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The nurse is reviewing the medication administration record for a new admission with myasthenia gravis. The client is prescribed pyridostigmine. Understanding the pathophysiology of myasthenia gravis, what is the primary expected outcome of this medication?
Myasthenia gravis is characterized by a reduction in acetylcholine receptors at the neuromuscular junction. Pyridostigmine is an acetylcholinesterase inhibitor,
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Question: The nurse is reviewing the medication administration record for a new admission with myasthenia gravis. The client is prescribed pyridostigmine. Understanding the pathophysiology of myasthenia gravis, what is the primary expected outcome of this medication?
Answer options:
- Decrease muscle inflammation. ✅ Enhance acetylcholine receptor activity.
- Inhibit autoimmune antibody production.
- Reduce muscular spasticity.
Correct answer: Enhance acetylcholine receptor activity.
Explanation: Myasthenia gravis is characterized by a reduction in acetylcholine receptors at the neuromuscular junction. Pyridostigmine is an acetylcholinesterase inhibitor, which increases the amount of available acetylcholine to bind with the remaining receptors, thus improving muscle strength.
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