A nurse suspects that a client who has received scopolamine is experiencing an idiosyncratic reaction to the drug based on assessment of which of the following? Select all that apply

A) Drowsiness
B) Restlessness
C) Hypotension
D) Insomnia
E) Dry mouth


Ans: B, D
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Excitement, delirium, restlessness, and insomnia represent idiosyncratic reactions to scopolamine.

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