The nurse is evaluating a client's response to a newly prescribed adrenergic agonist. Which assessment findings does the nurse anticipate this client will exhibit?
Standard Text: Select all that apply.
1. Increased peristalsis
2. Dilated pupils
3. Increased salivation
4. Deep respirations
5. Decreased heart rate
Correct Answer: 1,3,5
Rationale 1: Increased peristalsis is a reaction consistent with the rest and digest response.
Rationale 2: Dilated pupils is a reaction consistent with the fight or flight response.
Rationale 3: Increased salivation is a reaction consistent with the rest and digest response.
Rationale 4: Bronchodilation is a reaction consistent with the fight or flight response.
Rationale 5: Decreased heart rate is a reaction consistent with the rest and digest response.
Global Rationale: Increased peristalsis, increased salivation, and decreased heart rate are reactions consistent with the rest and digest response. Dilated pupils and bronchodilation are reactions consistent with the fight or flight response.
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