A client has received pilocarpine (Isopto Carpine)drops in both eyes.When assessing this client,the nurse will anticipate which reaction?

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Pilocarpine is a miotic agent that constricts the pupils, so the nurse should anticipate constricted pupils in the client. Unequal pupil shape may be a sign of a neurological problem, not a reaction to pilocarpine. Dilated pupils would be an unexpected reaction. Pilocarpine is not used to improve distance vision; it is used to treat conditions like glaucoma.

A Client Has Received Pilocarpine (Isopto Carpine)drops in Both Eyes