A client is taking pyridostigmine for muscle weakness associated with myasthenia gravis. The nurse educates the client on which possible cholinergic side effects associated with this medication? (Select all that apply)

Dry Mouth

Diarrhea

Decreased Urination

Excessive Lacrimation

Tachycardia

Excessive sweating

Answer and Explanation

Correct Answer : B,D,F

A. Dry mouth is not a cholinergic side effect; cholinergic effects typically increase secretions.
B. Diarrhea is a common cholinergic side effect due to increased gastrointestinal motility.
C. Decreased urination is not expected; cholinergic agents may increase urination.
D. Excessive lacrimation (tearing) is a common cholinergic effect, as these agents stimulate glandular secretions.
E. Tachycardia is not a cholinergic side effect; bradycardia is more likely due to cholinergic effects.
F. Excessive sweating is a cholinergic effect due to increased glandular activity.

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Correct Answer is C

Explanation

A. Risperidone is an atypical antipsychotic primarily used to treat schizophrenia and bipolar disorder, not first-line treatment for depression.
B. Haloperidol is a typical antipsychotic used mainly for acute psychosis and agitation, not for treating depression.
C. Paroxetine is a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) that is widely recognized as a first-line treatment for depression due to its efficacy and relatively favorable side effect profile.
D. Clozapine is an atypical antipsychotic reserved for treatment-resistant schizophrenia and is not indicated for the treatment of depression.

A. Decongestants B. Expectorants C. H2 Antagonist D. Short Acting Beta Agonist (SABA) E. H1 Antagonist F. Long Acting Beta Agonist (LABA)

Correct Answer is ["A","B","E"]

Explanation

A. Decongestants are commonly used to relieve nasal congestion in upper respiratory tract infections by constricting blood vessels in the nasal passages.
B. Expectorants help thin mucus and are used in upper respiratory conditions to facilitate coughing up mucus.
C. H2 antagonists are primarily used to reduce stomach acid and are not indicated for upper respiratory conditions.
D. Short-acting beta agonists (SABAs) are primarily used in the management of lower respiratory tract conditions, such as asthma and COPD, rather than upper respiratory conditions.
E. H1 antagonists (antihistamines) are effective for treating allergic reactions and symptoms of upper respiratory infections, such as runny nose and sneezing.
F. Long-acting beta agonists (LABAs) are also used primarily for lower respiratory tract conditions and are not appropriate for treating upper respiratory issues.

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