A nurse is administering glycopyrrolate to a client with a peptic ulcer. The nurse would assess the client for which of the following as a possible GI system adverse reaction? Select all that apply
A) Diarrhea
B) Dry mouth
C) Constipation
D) Nausea
E) Dysphagia
Ans: B, C, D, E
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A nurse administering glycopyrrolate to a client with a peptic ulcer should monitor the client for dry mouth, nausea, vomiting, constipation, and dysphagia.
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