Asked by avinashk kukutla on Sep 29, 2024

The nurse administers a central nervous system stimulant to a patient. Which assessment finding indicates to the nurse that an idiosyncratic event is occurring?

A) Falls asleep during daily activities
B) Presents with a pruritic rash
C) Develops restlessness
D) Experiences alertness

Idiosyncratic Event

An unusual or unique occurrence that is specific to an individual or context, often unpredictable based on prior experience.

Central Nervous System Stimulant

A type of drug that increases alertness, attention, and energy by stimulating activity in the brain and spinal cord.

  • Assess patients for signs of medication effectiveness and adverse reactions.