A nurse is reinforcing teaching with the family of a client who has a new prescription for donepezil. Which of the following therapeutic effects should the nurse inform the family to expect?

Improved cognitive function

Improved pulmonary function

Decreased incidence of seizures

Decreased urinary output

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is A

A.   Donepezil is used to treat Alzheimer's disease and is expected to improve cognitive function.
B.   Donepezil is not indicated for pulmonary function improvement.
C. Donepezil is not primarily used for seizure control.
D.   Donepezil does not typically affect urinary output.

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Correct Answer is C

Explanation

A. Rinsing the mouth out after each dose is necessary for inhaled corticosteroids, not oral ones, to prevent oral thrush and other infections.
B. Prednisone is typically taken with food to minimize gastrointestinal irritation.
C. Prednisone is a corticosteroid that can cause bone loss and osteoporosis when used for long-term management of chronic asthma. Therefore, the client should take a calcium supplement to prevent or reduce the risk of these complications.
D. Weight gain, rather than weight loss, is a common side effect of prednisone use.
Informing the client about potential changes in weight is important, but the expected effect is usually weight gain.

A. Scopolamine B. Acetaminophen C. Metoprolol D. Donepezil

Correct Answer is A

Explanation

A. Scopolamine is an anticholinergic medication that can cause urinary retention by blocking the parasympathetic stimulation of the bladder.
B. Acetaminophen is not associated with urinary retention.
C. Metoprolol is a beta-blocker and is not commonly associated with urinary retention.
D. Donepezil has no effect on bladder function.

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A nurse is reinforcing teaching with the family of a client who has a new prescription for donepezil. Which of the following therapeutic effects should the nurse inform the family to expect?

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