A patient with muscle spasms is administered cyclobenzaprine (Flexeril). Which adverse effect should the nurse assess for with this medication?
A) Muscle spasms
B) Insomnia
C) Drowsiness
D) Urinary incontinence
C
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A common adverse effect with cyclobenzaprine (Flexeril) is drowsiness. The patient will not experience muscle spasms, insomnia, or urinary incontinence.
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