A nurse is caring for a client receiving cholinergic blocking drug therapy. The client complains of a cotton-mouth feeling. Which of the following would be most appropriate?
A) Inspect the throat for signs of an infection.
B) Suggest the client avoid ingesting water before taking the drug.
C) Check the oral cavity daily for soreness or ulcerations.
D) Suggest the client avoid the use of ice or cold beverages.
Ans: C
Feedback:
The nurse should check the oral cavity daily for soreness or ulcerations when caring for a client with severe mouth dryness. The nurse should encourage the client to take a few sips of water before and while taking the drug and to sip water at intervals during meals. If allowed, hard candy slowly dissolved in the mouth and frequent sips of water during the day may help relieve persistent oral dryness. There is no need to inspect the throat for infection or to avoid ice and cold beverages.
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