Asked by Alexandria Thompson on May 21, 2024
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A nurse administers an antimuscarinic to a patient. Which findings indicate the patient is having therapeutic effects from this medication? (Select all that apply.)
A) Decrease in dysuria
B) Decrease in urgency
C) Decrease in frequency
D) Decrease in prostate size
E) Decrease in bladder infection
Antimuscarinic
Referring to substances or drugs that block the action of acetylcholine at muscarinic receptors, commonly used to treat a variety of conditions including overactive bladder and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).
Dysuria
Pain, discomfort, or burning sensations experienced during urination, oftentimes indicating a urinary tract infection.
Bladder Infection
An infection in the urinary bladder, typically caused by bacteria, leading to symptoms such as pain, urination difficulties, and possibly fever.
- Prioritize interventions for patients experiencing urinary tract blockages.
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Ayush LihalaMay 25, 2024
Final Answer :
B, C
Explanation :
When newly started on an antimuscarinic, you should monitor the patient for effectiveness, watching for a decrease in symptoms such as urgency, frequency, and urgency urinary incontinence episodes. Patients with painful urination are sometimes prescribed urinary analgesics that act on the urethral and bladder mucosa (e.g., phenazopyridine). Antibiotics are used to treat bladder infections. Agents that shrink the prostate include finasteride and dutasteride.
Learning Objectives
- Prioritize interventions for patients experiencing urinary tract blockages.