A drug causes muscarinic-receptor blockade. A nurse will assess the patient for:
a. dry mouth
b. gynecomastia
c. pseudoparkinsonism
d. orthostatic hypotension
ANS: A
Muscarinic-receptor blockade includes atropine-like side effects such as dry mouth, blurred vision, and constipation. Gynecomastia is associated with decreased prolactin levels. Movement defects are associated with dopamine blockade. Orthostatic hypotension is associated with alpha1-receptor antagonism.
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