Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 75%
Simulated
A nurse is caring for a client who received neostigmine 1 hr ago and is experiencing a muscarinic response. Which of the following manifestations should the nurse expect?
Correct answer
C
Rationale
Rationale: Neostigmine is a cholinesterase inhibitor that increases acetylcholine levels, leading to muscarinic effects like excessive salivation. Myoclonic seizure (A) is not a common side effect of neostigmine. Fever (B) is not associated with muscarinic response. Occipital headache (D) is more commonly seen with cholinergic crisis rather than muscarinic response.