Question

a client is admitted for atrial fibrillation, and the healthcare provider prescribes disopyramide. after explaining the action of the antidysrhythmic agent, which complaint should the nurse instruct the client to report?

a dizziness or muscle weakness.

b dry mouth.

c joint pain.

d daily weight gain of 2 pounds.

Explanation:

Disopyramide is an antiarrhythmic drug. Dizziness or muscle weakness can indicate adverse effects like hypotension or electrolyte imbalances affecting muscle function, which are important to report. Dry mouth is a common anticholinergic side effect but less urgent. Joint pain is not a typical adverse effect of disopyramide. Daily weight gain of 2 pounds is more related to fluid retention (e.g., in heart failure), but disopyramide’s main adverse effects related to neuromuscular or cardiovascular issues make dizziness/muscle weakness the priority to report.

Answer:

A. Dizziness or muscle weakness.