A patient has had atropine sulfate that has been administered intravenously to treat a dysrhythmia.What should the nurse assess this patient for after administration?

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Atropine is an anticholinergic medication that can increase heart rate and improve conduction through the atrioventricular node. Therefore, the nurse should assess the patient for tachycardia following administration. Weight gain, muscle twitching, and incontinence of urine are not expected side effects of atropine administration.

A Patient Has Had Atropine Sulfate That Has Been Administered