The nurse should closely monitor which of the following clients receiving ipratropium?
a. client with reactive airway disease c. client with narrow-angle glaucoma
b. client with diabetes mellitus d. client receiving a diuretic
ANS: C
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A Incorrect: This is the type of client who would use a sympathomimetic.
B Incorrect: There is no contraindication with this medication use in a client with diabetes.
C Correct: Because of its anticholinergic effects, this medication should be used with caution in clients with narrow-angle glaucoma.
D Incorrect: There is not contraindication with this medication in the client receiving a diuretic.
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