Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 94%
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The nurse is preparing to administer an anticholinergic medication to a client with irritable bowel syndrome. Which of the following findings would require follow-up prior to administering the medication?
Correct answer
A
Rationale
Anticholinergics can worsen urinary retention, so 650 mL post-void residual (A) requires follow-up. Macular degeneration (B), loose stools (C), and fatigue (D) are not contraindications.