Author Question: A client who has been on a medication that caused diarrhea is now off the medication. What could the ... (Read 52 times)

Jramos095 · **on:** Jul 23, 2018

A client who has been on a medication that caused diarrhea is now off the medication. What could the nurse suggest to promote the return of normal flora?

A) Stool-softening laxatives, such as Colace
B) Increasing fluid intake to 3,000 mL/day
C) Drinking fluids with a high sugar content
D) Eating fermented products, such as yogurt

Question 2

An infant has had diarrhea for several days. What assessments will the nurse make to identify risks from the diarrhea?

A) Heart tones
B) Lung sounds
C) Skin turgor
D) Activity level

Moriaki · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 23, 2018

Answer to Question 1

Ans: D
Some medications, such as antibiotics, may destroy normal intestinal flora and cause diarrhea. To promote the return of normal flora, the nurse can recommend an intake of fermented dairy products, such as buttermilk or yogurt.

Answer to Question 2

Ans: C
When infants and children become ill, they lose most fluids from their extracellular compartment, which quickly leads to dehydration. The nurse would assess skin turgor to identify this problem.