Question

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bethanechol chloride is prescribed for a client with urinary retention. the nurse would contact the prescriber if which disorder, a contraindication to the medication, was documented in the clients record?
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answer options
1 gastric atony
2 urinary strictures
3 neurogenic atony
4 gastroesophageal reflux

Explanation:

Bethanechol chloride is a cholinergic agent that stimulates the bladder to contract. Urinary strictures are a narrowing of the urethra, and using bethanechol chloride in a client with urinary strictures can cause increased pressure in the bladder, which can be harmful. Gastric atony, neurogenic atony, and gastroesophageal reflux are not contraindications for bethanechol chloride like urinary strictures are.

Answer:

1. Urinary strictures