Stool softener laxative - Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

PHARMACOLOGY PRACTICE EXAM 1 HESI STUDY GUIDE The LPN administers isoproterenol (Isuprel) to a client with heart block. The LPN should evaluate the client for which physical response? a)thirst and dry mucous membranes b)decrease in gastric motility c)increased heart rate d)bronchoconstriction - CORRECT ANSWER-c a client who is comatose is admitted after an overdose of baclofen (lioresal). what nursing action should the practical nurse implement? A) provide continuous telemetry monit...

NUR 114 Test 4 Compilation Exam Questions And Answers ( Verified And Updated ) After teaching a client with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), a nurse assesses the client's understanding. Which menu selection indicates that the client correctly understands the dietary teaching? a. Ham sandwich on white bread, cup of applesauce, glass of diet cola b. Broiled chicken with brown rice, steamed broccoli, glass of apple juice c. Grilled cheese sandwich, small banana, cup of hot tea with lemon d...

Antacids Tums Amphojel, Rolaids Milk of Magnesia, Alternagel Maalox, Mylanta, Gelusil, Riopan Mylicon Antacids Action Neutralizes stomach acid. decreases the rate of gastric emptying, treats hyperacidity Antacids Use Peptic ulcer, used to treat heartburn; reflux esophagitis, gastritis, hiatal hernia. Antacids Nursing Considerations antacids may intefere with medication absorption thus shold not be given with othher meds- wait 1-2 hours. antacid effect os prolonged w...

1. A client taking atorvastatin develops and increase serum creatinine phosphokinase (CK) level. The nurse should assess the client for the onset of which problem? A. Peripheral edema B. Muscle tenderness C. Nausea and vomiting D. Excessive bruising - B 2. A client with diabetic peripheral neuropathy, who has been taking pregablin for two weeks reports diminished foot pain. The nurse notes that there is no improvement in the healing of several to ulcerations. Which action should the nurse take...

PN Adult Medical Surgical Exam 2022/2023 PN Adult Medical Surgical Exam 2022/2023 1. A nurse is reviewing the laboratory results of a client who is scheduled for a CT scan with an IV contrast agent. Which of the following laboratory findings should the nurse report to the provider prior to the procedure? Creatine 1.9 mg/dl 2. A nurse is monitoring a client who is take acarbose. Which of the following findings should the nurse ident...

NUR 105 Exam With Verified Solutions Updated 2023/2024 Graded 100%. The RN encourages the postoperative patient to use the incentive spirometer. He states “I don’t like this thing. What good does it do anyway?” What is the appropriate RN response? “It helps reduce spasm in the alveolar capillaries.” “It is used to reduce the risk of atelectasis and pneumonia.” “Incentive spirometry is used to strengthen the muscles of respiration.” “Incentive spirometry promotes thinning...

visceral pain → pain in internal organs, distension or spasm of a hollow organ, poorly localized, covers several body segments, dull crampy pain, N/V, pallor, sweating somatic pain → pain in the abdominal wall, well localized, asymmetric, and intensified by jarring parietal pain → sharp and well localized pain referred pain → achy pain, felt away from area of disease abdominal exam order → inspection, auscultation, percussion, palpation (IAPP) Obturator's sign → test fo...

A nurse is caring for a client with severe burns and receiving fluid resuscitation. Which finding indicates that the client is responding to the fluid resuscitation? a) blood pressure of 94/64 mm Hg b) urine output of 30 mL/h c) serum sodium level of 136 mEq/L (136 mmol/L) d) pulse rate of 112 bpm - urine output of 30 mL/h When preparing to administer a tap water enema, in which position should the nurse place the client? a) supine b) semi-Fowler's c) left Sims' d) right lateral...

ATI Med-Surg 1. A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has HIV and is being discharged to home. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include in the teaching? 1) Take temperature once a day. 2) Wash the armpits and genitals with a gentle cleanser daily. 3) Change the litter boxes while wearing gloves. 4) Wash dishes in warm water. 2. A nurse is caring for a client who is postoperative following a tracheostomy, and has copious and tenacious secretions. Which of t...

NUR 166 - Exam 2 Study Guide Week 4: (Skills Lab:) Leifer: Chapters 6, 9 Postpartum assessment and discharge teaching, Breastfeeding, Tracheostomy MEDS:  Docusate & Docusate/Senna  docusate calcium (OTC) / docusate sodium (OTC)  Kaopectate Stool Softener, Kao-Tin (Laxative)  Precautions: Pregnancy, breastfeeding (low risk)  Side Effects: bitter taste, throat irritation, N/D, anorexia, cramps, & rash  Interacts with Senna (and flax) to increase action  Toxic intera...