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faduma

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A client is prescribed diphenoxylate. The nurse informs the client that he may experience which of the following effects? Select all that apply.
 
  A) Euphoric effects
  B) Analgesic effects
  C) Anti-inflammatory effects
  D) Sedative effects
  E) Slowed GI effects

Question 2

A client is prescribed an antidiarrheal drug. The nurse reviews the client's medical record for possible contraindications for use. Which of the following would alert the nurse to a possible contraindication? Select all that apply.
 
  A) Pseudomembranous colitis
  B) Type 1 diabetes
  C) Abdominal pain of unknown origin
  D) Liver disease
  E) Obstructive jaundice


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Melissahxx

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Reply #1 on: Jul 23, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Ans: A, D, E
Feedback:
Because diphenoxylate (Lomotil) is opioid related, it may have sedative, slowed GI, and euphoric effects but no analgesic or anti-inflammatory activity.

Answer to Question 2

Ans: A, C, E
Feedback:
Clients with pseudomembranous colitis, abdominal pain of unknown origin, and obstructive jaundice should not take antidiarrheals.


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Reply #2 on: Jul 23, 2018
Both answers were spot on, thank you once again


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Reply #3 on: Jul 23, 2018
Great! Please up vote :D


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