An unconscious hospitalized client is receiving an anticholinergic agent. The nurse should:
a. change the client's position every two hours.
b. be sure the client's call bell is within his reach.
c. provide frequent mouth care.
d. encourage family to stay with the client.
ANS: C
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A Incorrect: Although appropriate for an unconscious client, this is not specific to his drug therapy.
B Incorrect: Although appropriate for all clients, this client is unconscious.
C Correct: Dry mouth is an adverse effect of anticholinergic agents and also the client is n.p.o. due to his unconscious state, so frequent mouth care is imperative.
D Incorrect: Although appropriate, this is not the priority for this client with the information provided.
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