An older adult client is receiving a CNS stimulant. When assessing this client, the nurse integrates knowledge about an older adult client's increased sensitivity to the drug, closely monitoring the client for which of the following? Select all that apply
A) Anxiety
B) Insomnia
C) Bradycardia
D) Confusion
E) Hypotension
Ans: A, B, D
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A nurse caring for an older adult client receiving CNS stimulants should monitor the client closely for anxiety, nervousness, insomnia, and mental confusion because older clients are more sensitive to the adverse reactions of this group of drugs.
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