A client who has myasthenia gravis is receiving atropine for a cholinergic crisis. Which intervention does the nurse implement for this client?
a. Suction the client to remove secretions.
b. Turn and reposition the client every 2 hours.
c. Measure urinary output every 30 minutes.
d. Administer prescribed anticholinergic drugs as needed.
A
Atropine can cause thickening of secretions and formation of mucous plugs. The client is main-tained on a ventilator during the crisis. Measures to remove secretions to prevent the buildup of secretions and the possibility of pneumonia are most important. The other interventions do not relate to the administration of atropine.
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