The nurse is assessing a patient who is taking oxybutynin (Ditropan). What would be the priority nursing assessment for this patient?
A) Skin condition
B) Cardiac arrhythmia
C) Vision changes
D) Mental status
C
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The nurse should assess for vision changes and recommend an ophthalmologic examination during treatment to evaluate drug effects on intraocular pressure so that the drug can be stopped if intraocular pressure increases. A rash and changes in cardiac rhythm and rate are possible adverse effects. Also, disorientation (mental status) could be a concern. However, these effects can be treated and may not necessitate stopping the medication.
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