The physician has ordered ipratropium (Atrovent) for the client. What is a priority assessment question for the nurse to ask prior to administering this medication?

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Ipratropium can cause an increase in intraocular pressure and worsen symptoms of glaucoma, so it is important to assess if the client has glaucoma before administering the medication. While questions about history of heart attack, seizures, and diabetes mellitus are important for a client's overall health assessment, they are not specifically related to the administration of ipratropium.

The Physician Has Ordered Ipratropium (Atrovent) for the Client