Tuesday, April 21, 2015

12)ANSWER B) Atropine sulfate (generic)


Explanation


The client is exhibiting signs of cholinergic toxicity, and atropine is the antidote. Phytonadione or vitamin K (option 1) is the antidote to warfarin (Coumadin). Oxybutinin is indicated for use as a urinary antispasmodic. Epinephrine is used to treat severe hypersensitivity reactions (anaphylaxis). Use the process of elimination, focusing on the critical words abdominal pain and difficulty breathing. After determining that the client is experiencing adverse or toxic effects of the medication, choose the option that is an anticholinergic drug, which will treat the cholinergic symptoms.

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