A client admitted with exacerbation of asthma reports using ipratropium (Atrovent) up to 24 inhalations each day. Which assessment findings indicate the client is experiencing anticholinergic syndrome?
Standard Text: Select all that apply.
1. Photophobia
2. Difficulty swallowing
3. Agitation
4. Blurred vision
5. Excessive salivation
Correct Answer: 1,2,3,4
Rationale 1: Photophobia is a symptom of anticholinergic syndrome.
Rationale 2: Difficulty swallowing is a symptom of anticholinergic syndrome.
Rationale 3: Agitation is a symptom of anticholinergic syndrome.
Rationale 4: Blurred vision is a symptom of anticholinergic syndrome.
Rationale 5: Excessive salivation is not a symptom of anticholinergic syndrome.
Global Rationale: Photophobia, difficulty swallowing, agitation, and blurred vision are symptoms of anticholinergic syndrome. Excessive salivation is not a symptom of anticholinergic syndrome.
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