A Client Has Overdosed on a Drug That Is an Anticholinergic

question 18

Multiple Choice

A client has overdosed on a drug that is an anticholinergic neuromuscular blocker.Which of the following drugs should the nurse anticipate will be ordered as an antidote?

• A) Pyridoxine
• B) Physostigmine sulfate
• C) Phytonadione
• D) Pralidoxime

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