A client with open-angle glaucoma is prescribed an alpha2-adrenergic agonist. What will the nurse instruct the client about this medication?
Standard Text: Select all that apply.
1. "You may feel like there is something in your eye when using this medication."
2. "You may have headaches and feel sleepy with this medication."
3. "You may have blurred vision when using this medication."
4. "You may feel nervous or anxious, but this is rare."
5. "Acute eye pain is expected when taking this medication."
Correct Answer: 1,2,3,4
Rationale 1: The most significant adverse effect with an alpha2-adrenergic agonist is the sensation of a foreign body in the eye.
Rationale 2: Adverse effects of alpha2-adrenergic agonists include headache and drowsiness.
Rationale 3: Blurred vision is an adverse effect of alpha2-adrenergic agonists.
Rationale 4: Rare systemic effects of alpha2-adrenergic agonists include nervousness and anxiety.
Rationale 5: Acute eye pain is not expected with this medication and should be reported to a health care provider immediately.
Global Rationale: The most significant adverse effect with an alpha2-adrenergic agonist is the sensation of a foreign body in the eye. Adverse effects include headache, drowsiness, and blurred vision. Rare systemic effects of alpha2-adrenergic agonists include nervousness and anxiety. Acute eye pain is not expected with this medication and should be reported to a health care provider immediately.
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