When teaching an older client prescribed darifenacin, the nurse recognizes that which of the following client comments indicate an understanding of the teaching?
a. "I may have to increase the dose of my glaucoma medication."
b. "Thank goodness, this drug doesn't cause constipation."
c. "This drug will not cause drowsiness."
d. "I will take care not to get overheated when taking this drug."
ANS: D
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A Incorrect: This drug is contraindicated in clients with glaucoma.
B Incorrect: This drug's anticholinergic effects can cause constipation.
C Incorrect: Especially in the elderly, this drug can cause drowsiness.
D Correct: For older clients, synthetic anticholinergics decrease their ability to perspire.
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