A patient has been taking phenytoin (hydantoin medication) f…

A patient has been taking phenytoin (hydantoin medication) for control of generalized seizures, tonic-clonic type.  The patient is admitted to the medial unit with symptoms of nystagmus, confusion, and ataxia.  What change in he phenytoin dose does the nurse anticipate will be made based on these symptoms?

The nurse cares for a client diagnosed with Myasthenia Gravi…

The nurse cares for a client diagnosed with Myasthenia Gravis. The client is prescribed pyridostigmine (Mestinon), a indirect acting cholinesterase inhibitor, as part of the treatment plan. Which observation by the nurse indicates that administration of the medication is needed?

The nurse cares for a client diagnosed with chronic obstruct…

The nurse cares for a client diagnosed with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). The client is prescribed tiotropium (Spiriva), an inhaled anticholinergic medication. The nurse should monitor for which side effects of this medication? Select all that apply.