Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 68%
Simulated
A nurse understands that an anticholinergic drug will produce which of the following effects?
Correct answer
A,D
Rationale
The correct answer is A and D. Anticholinergic drugs block the action of acetylcholine, leading to decreased secretions, hence causing dry mouth (choice A). They also cause dilation of the pupils (choice D) by inhibiting the parasympathetic nervous system. Choices B, C, and other options are incorrect as anticholinergic drugs do not constrict bronchioles (B), increase heart rate (C), or have other effects listed in the choices.