The client is being treated with ergoloid mesylates (Hydergine). The nurse determines that the medication is producing a positive outcome for the client when the client is noted to be exhibiting a(n):
a. improvement in mood.
b. decrease in blood pressure.
c. decrease in serum cholesterol.
d. change in GI functioning.
ANS: A
Treatment with ergoloid mesylates (Hydergine) should improve cognitive skills, self-care, and mood. GI distress and orthostatic hypotension are side effects of the drug.
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