NURS 3210 Module 2 ALG

to stabilize or improve cognitive function

because pyridostigmine requires multiple doses throughout the day to maintain muscle tone and strength and prevent symptoms of myasthenia gravis from returning

increased intraocular pressure, urinary retention, paralytic ileus, difficulty urinating, and exacerbating signs and symptoms of myasthenia gravis

<p>to prevent symptoms of myasthenia gravis from returning</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>drowsiness</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>worsening symptoms of myasthenia gravis</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>to prevent adverse effects such as increased intraocular pressure, urinary retention, and difficulty urinating</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>emphasizing the dosing schedule and duration of action</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Alcohol may increase drowsiness and dizziness while taking scopolamine.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>J's pupils were larger than normal, indicating dilation.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>No, it's not a good idea. The patch can become contaminated, lose adhesion, and reduce effectiveness.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It ensures patients understand dosage, timing, and potential interactions to achieve optimal outcomes.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>None mentioned in the provided text, but generally, contraindications may include glaucoma, urinary retention, or hypersensitivity.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Alcohol may increase drowsiness and dizziness while taking scopolamine.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Following patient education, dosage, timing, and medication adherence.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It helps identify and manage potential side effects, such as pupillary dilation, to ensure patient safety.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To assess the patient's understanding and knowledge of the medication, expectations, and the need for medication adherence and consistency.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Because tamsulosin can cause orthostatic hypotension, which can lead to dizziness, lightheadedness, and syncope, increasing the risk of falls.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>That they are taking tamsulosin, especially before any type of surgery.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Alcohol intake, excessive exercise, exposure to hot climates, and use of saunas, hot tubs, and heated showers or baths.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To minimize the risk of injury due to orthostatic hypotension.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Orthostatic hypotension, which can cause dizziness, lightheadedness, and syncope.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To ensure medication adherence and consistency in managing diagnosed signs and symptoms.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Patient understanding and knowledge of the medication, expectations, and the need for medication adherence and consistency.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Donepezil is an acetylcholinesterase inhibitor that increases the levels of acetylcholine in the brain, thereby improving memory and reducing confusion in patients with Alzheimer's disease.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Myasthenic crisis is caused by a sudden exacerbation of myasthenia gravis, leading to decreased acetylcholine receptors, whereas cholinergic crisis is caused by overstimulation of nicotinic and muscarinic receptors due to excessive acetylcholine accumulation. Myasthenic crisis presents with severe muscle weakness, while cholinergic crisis presents with excessive salivation, lacrimation, and sweating.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Myasthenic crisis treatment focuses on supportive care, including mechanical ventilation and IV immunoglobulins, whereas cholinergic crisis treatment involves administering atropine to impede overactive cholinergic stimulation.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Patient education on medication adherence is crucial to ensure that patients take their medications as prescribed, as non-adherence can lead to treatment failure and worsening of symptoms.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Common side effects of transdermal scopolamine include dry mouth, dizziness, and blurred vision. These effects can be managed by adjusting the dose, using concomitant medications, and monitoring the patient for adverse effects.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Scopolamine can interact with alcohol, leading to increased central nervous system depression and impairment of cognitive function.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A contraindication to scopolamine use is narrow-angle glaucoma. Patients should be assessed for contraindications, including glaucoma, before initiating scopolamine therapy.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Patient education on medication use is crucial for improving treatment adherence and outcomes. Key aspects to emphasize include dosing schedules, potential side effects, and potential drug interactions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Stimulation of beta-2 adrenergic receptors in the lungs, leading to relaxation of airway smooth muscle and increased airflow.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They block the action of acetylcholine, a neurotransmitter, at muscarinic receptors, leading to decreased parasympathetic activity and increased sympathetic activity.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It plays a crucial role in regulating movement, motivation, and reward processing, and is also involved in the regulation of blood pressure and kidney function.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They increase the levels of acetylcholine in the brain, which can improve memory and cognitive function.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Dry mouth, and it can be managed by using sugar-free gum or candy to stimulate saliva production, or by using oral moisturizers.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Interaction with anticholinergic medications, which can increase the risk of anticholinergic side effects, and it can be managed by closely monitoring for side effects and adjusting medication doses as needed.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Narrow-angle glaucoma, and it can be managed by avoiding the use of scopolamine in patients with this condition.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It is crucial to ensure that patients understand the dosing schedule and duration of action, and it can be facilitated by using teach-back methods and providing written instructions.</p> Signup and view all the answers