The nurse is concerned that a client receiving pyridostigmine (Mestinon) is experiencing adverse effects. Which assessment findings indicate an adverse effect?
Standard Text: Select all that apply.
1. Muscle twitching
2. Nausea
3. Drooling
4. Increased peristalsis
5. Low blood pressure
Correct Answer: 1,2,3
Rationale 1: Muscle twitching is a common adverse effect of pyridostigmine (Mestinon).
Rationale 2: Nausea is a common adverse effect of pyridostigmine (Mestinon).
Rationale 3: Increased salivation is a common adverse effect of pyridostigmine (Mestinon).
Rationale 4: Increased peristalsis is an expected effect of pyridostigmine (Mestinon).
Rationale 5: Hypotension is an expected effect of pyridostigmine (Mestinon).
Global Rationale: Muscle twitching, nausea, and increased salivation are common adverse effecs of pyridostigmine (Mestinon). Increased peristalsis and hypotension are expected effects of pyridostigmine (Mestinon).
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