Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 72%
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A client has been prescribed metoclopramide on a long-term basis. A home care nurse calls the primary health care provider immediately if which side effect is noted in this client?
Correct answer
C
Rationale
Metoclopramide is a 'prokinetic' drug used to treat heartburn. If the client experiences tardive dyskinesia (rhythmic movements of the face or limbs), the nurse should withhold the medication and call the primary health care provider. These side effects may be irreversible. Excitability is not a side effect of this medication. Anxiety, irritability, and dry mouth are milder side effects that are not harmful to the client.