Stool softener laxative - Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

NSG123/ NSG 123 Exam 2: (Latest 2024/ 2025 Update) Med Surg 1 Review| Questions and Verified Answers| 100% Correct| All Units Covered| Grade A – Herzing Q: definition of constipation less than 3 bowel movements per week Q: assessment questions for patients with constipation Answer: - how many bowel movements do you have per week - how much fluid are you consuming - do you exercise - what foods do you eat Q: constipation prevention Answer: - increase fiber intak...

Introductory Clinical Pharmacology 12th Edition by Susan M Ford 1. A nurse is preparing to administer sulfasalazine to a client with inflammatory bowel disease. The nurse should question this order if the client's record indicates a hypersensitivity to which drug? a. Enalapril b. Doxycycline c. Azithromycin d. Sulfamethoxazole/trimethoprim Answer: D Rationale: Sulfasalazine is an aminosalicylate. The use of aminosalicylates is contraindicated in clients with hypersensitivity to su...

SOUTH UNIVERSITY NSG6005 WEEKLY SIGNIFICANT MEDS (LIZZYOHMES NURSING MEDICATIONS WEEK 7) EXAM 2024 Aspirin Week 7 - correct answer P salicylates - T antipyretic non opioid analgesic *Indication - inflammatory disorders; rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, pain, fever, prophylaxis of ischemic attacks and MI *Action - Inhibits prostaglandin production, decreases platelet aggregation *Side Effects - tinnitis, GI bleed, anaphylaxis, and laryngeal edema *Considerations- Many drug interact...

  NCLEX Prep II Gastrointestinal Medications Exam (Latest Update) Questions and Answers with Rationales (GRADED A) The nurse is administering senna to an older client. What is the expected result of this medication? 1. It increases peristalsis. 2. It lines the wall of the bowel. 3. It adds fiber and bulk to the stool. 4. It stimulates the vagus nerve to improve bowel tone. It increases peristalsis. Rationale:Senna works by altering the transport of water and electrol...

Which of the following signs or symptoms in an opioid-naïve patient is of greatest concern to the nurse when assessing the patient 1 hour after administering an opioid? A. Oxygen saturation of 95% B. Difficulty arousing the patient C. Respiratory rate of 10 breaths/min D. Pain intensity rating of 5 on a scale of 0 to 10 CORRECT ANSWER B A health care provider writes the following order for an opioid naive patient who returned from the operating room following a total hip replacement. ...

1. The nurse teaches the patient to best maintain optimal GI function by including what in the daily routine? a. Exercise, adequate sleep, and avoiding caffeine b. Proper diet, fluid intake, and exercise c. Proper diet, avoiding alcohol, and cautious use of laxatives d. Avoiding prescription medications, increased fluid intake, and vigorous exercise Ans: B Feedback: The best way to maintain gastrointestinal (GI) function is through proper diet including optimizing fiber intake, adequat...

Med-Surg II HESI Test Bank_ Complete Updated fall 2022-2023. - A nurse is collecting data from a client who has a possible cataract. Which of the following manifestations should the nurse expect the client to report? 1) Decreased color perception 2) Loss of peripheral vision 3) Bright flashes of light 4) Eyestrain - A nurse is assisting with the care of a client immediately following a lumbar puncture. Which of the following actions should the nurse take? (Select all that apply.) 1) E...

A nurse is teaching a client who plans to take St. Johns wort to treat her depression. Which of the following information should the nurse include in the teaching? A. You should avoid driving by and taking St. John's wort because it can cause drowsiness. B. You may experience vivid dreams while taking St. John's wort. C. St. Johns wort may increase your risk of developing oxalate kidney stones. D. St. Johns wort may cause gastrointestinal irritation. -Correct Answer B A nurse is as...

NSG6005 Advanced Pharmacology (Mid Term) Quiz| with Complete Answers| Updated 2025 1. A patient with chronic pain is prescribed an opioid analgesic. What is the most important nursing consideration when starting this medication? Assess the patient for a history of substance use disorder. 2. A nurse is monitoring a patient receiving chemotherapy with doxorubicin. What is a significant potential side effect the nurse should monitor for? Cardiotoxicity 3. When administering morphin...

What are the 4 types of laxatives? - Answer Bulk-forming Surfactant (stool softener) Stimulant Osmotic What should we tell patients to do when taking bulk forming laxatives? - Answer Drink plenty of fluids to prevent blockage Which type of laxative is addictive and works really fast? - Answer Stimulant (used for diagnostic testing) What is the prototype for bulk forming laxatives? - Answer Psyllium What is the prototype for surfactant laxatives? - Answer docusate sodium ...