NSG 233 Med Surg 2 Exam 1

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NSG 233 Med Surg 2 Exam 1 2023 Questions and Answers (Verified Answers) 1.What is the Action of Atropine ANS blocks the effects of acetylcholine at mus- carinic cholinergic receptors 2.What classification is Atropine ANS Anticholinergic 3.What does atropine treat ANS Cardiovascular effects such as bradycardia and syncope 4.What are the side effects of an overdose of Atropine ANS - Decreased secretions -Increased HR -Decreased GI and Genitourinary tone 1 / 3

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5.What is the antidote for Atropine ANS Physostigmine at a slow rate of 1 mg/min 6.What are the effects of rapid administration of Atropine ANS - Bradycardia -Hypersalivation -Seizures 7.How long does it take for the peak effects of Atropine IV and IM to

take effect ANS IV: The peak effect occurs in 2 to 4 minutes

IM: 30 minutes

8.Nurse assesses for what with Atropine ANS - HR for patients with bradycardia if Atropine administered -Diminished secretions in preoperative patients 9.What are some adverse Effects from Atropine ANS - Urinary retention -Bowel Sounds- paralytic ileus -Photophobia, mydriasis, blurred vision, and increased intraocular 2 / 3

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pressure -Dry mouth -Increased temperature 10.Elderly and children are prone to what when on Atropine ANS hyperpyrexia due to suppression of perspiration and heat loss 11.What are some patient education for Atropine ANS - Avoid excessively high temperatures -Drink a lot of water -Rinse mouth frequently -Maintain good dental hygiene -Use hard candy before taking medication -Void before taking medication -Visit ophthalmologist regularly 12.When patient is on Atropine what signs/symptoms should you notify the MD about ANS - If fluid intake is greater or less than urine output -Fever -Weakness becomes severe

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