A nurse is teaching a client about bethanechol hydrochloride (Urecholine). The nurse informs the client that this drug warrants which precaution?
a. Rising slowly from lying positions
b. Counting pulse rate frequently to assess for bradycardia
c. Avoiding diarrhea by eating binding foods
d. Maintaining aspiration precautions because of excess saliva
ANS: A
This medication may lead to orthostatic hypotension and warrants careful position changes. Although bradycardia is a risk, it is not important to count pulse rate frequently.
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