Docusate sodium - Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

The nurse is caring for an older adult patient after a right hip open reduction internal fixation (ORIF). The patient is taking an opioid every 6 hours as needed for pain. The nurse discusses obtaining an order from the prescriber for which medication? a.Docusate sodium (Colace) b.GoLYTELY c.Lactulose d.Polyethylene glycol (MiraLax) (Ans- a.Docusate sodium (Colace) Oxycodone can be constipating. The patient needs something prophylactically, such as docusate sodium, that can be taken daily...

a nurse is instructing a client on the application of nitroglycerin transdermal patches. which of the following statements by the client indiciates an understanding of the teaching - Answer- I will take the patch off right after my evening meal a nurse receives a verbal order from the provider to administer morphine 5 mg every 4 hours subQ for sever pain as needed. the nurse should identify which of the following entries as the correct format doe the medications administration record (MAR) - ...

Acetaminophen (Tylenol)Dosage/Range: 650 mg PO or PR q 4-6 hr or 1000 mg PO q 6 hr; 4g/24h Acetaminophen (Tylenol) Onset /Peak/ Duration: 0.5-1 hr/ 1-3 hr/ 3-8 hr Acetaminophen (Tylenol) Indication: Mild- moderate pain, HA, fever Acetaminophen (Tylenol) Contraindications/Nursing Considerations: Delayed absorption if given with food. Don't use with alcohol, teach S/S of hepatotoxicity, consult healthcare provider if temp is greater than 103 for more than 3 days Ac...

ATI Pharm CMS Questions and Answers 2023 A client has a new prescription for spironolactone (Aldactone). Which of the following laboratory values should the nurse recognize as a reason to withhold the morning dose of the medication and notify the provider? a. Serum sodium 138 mEq/L b. Serum potassium 5.2 mEq/L c. Serum creatinine 1.2 mEq/L d. Serum chloride 106 mEq/L b. Serum potassium 5.2 mEq/L A nurse is caring for a client who is prescribed daily doses of both digoxi...

A nurse is preparing to administer docusate sodium PO to a postpartum client who has a prescription for 200 mg/day in two equally divided doses. The client states she has trouble swallowing tablets and capsules. Therefore, the nurse has obtained docusate sodium liquid 50 mg/5 mL. How many mL should the nurse administer per dose? (Round the answer to the nearest whole number. Use a leading zero if it 10 ml A nurse is preparing to administer enoxaparin 55 mg subcutaneous to a client who has ...

ATI PN Pharmacology Proctored Exam A nurse is providing teaching to a client who has peptic ulcer disease and is to start a new prescription for sucralfate. Which of the following actions of sucralfate should the nurse include in the teaching? A. Decreases stomach acid secretion B. Neutralizes acids in the stomach C. Forms a protective barrier over ulcers D. Treats ulcers by eradicating H. pylori A nurse is providing teaching for a client who has multiple sclerosis and a new prescr...

Final Exam: NSG 124/ NSG124 (NEW 2024/ 2025 Update) Pharmacology | Review with Questions and Verified Answers| 100% Correct| Graded A- Herzing Q: 4 types of Laxatives include: Answer: - bulk forming - surfactant - stimulant - osmotic Q: Bulk forming laxatives Answer: - type of laxative that swells in water to form a viscous solution - softens fecal mass - works similar to dietary fiber - must be taken with a full glass of water - Ex: psyllium (Metamucil) Q: S...

A nurse instructs a patient to close the eyes after the administration of eye drops. Which rationale for this instruction should the nurse explain to the patient? 1. Limits corneal irritation 2. Squeeze excess medication from the eyes 3. Disperses the medication over the eyeballs 4. Prevents medication from from entering the lacrimal duct Correct Answer-Disperses the medication over the eyeballs How often should "docusate sodium 100 MG PO bid" be given? 1. Three times a day 2. Two...

NSG124 / NSG 124 Final Exam (Latest 2024 / 2025 Update): Pharmacology | Guide with Questions and Verified Answers | 100% Correct | Graded A - Herzing What antibiotic is used for UTIs - ANSWER Bactrim What are the therapeutic effects of Bactrim? - ANSWER Decrease UTI Symptoms: Frequency, Pain w/urination What is docusate sodium? - ANSWER ...

Advanced Pharmacology 6521 Mid Term with Complete Solutions Anti-diarrheals Stops further occurrence of diarrhea. Notable medicines are Loperamide "Immodium", Diphenoxylate Hcl with Atropine "Lomotil", Bismuth subsalicylate "Pepto bismul" Pepto s/e: black stools and tongue Laxatives Used to ease or stimulate defecation Soften the stool Increase stool volume Hasten fecal passage through the intestine Facilitate evacuation from the rectum *Misuse comes from misconceptions of ...