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strangeaffliction

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A client is receiving orlistat (Alli) to aide in weight reduction. The nurse reviews the all other drugs taken by the client. Which drug should not be taken concurrently with orlistat?
 
  1. Furosemide (a diuretic)
  2. Cyclosporine (an antibiotic)
  3. Warfarin (an anticoagulant)
  4. Ibuprofen (a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory)

Question 2

The nurse is providing instruction on the proper use of orlistat (Alli) to a client who has just begun a weight-loss program.
 
  The nurse evaluates that the client has understood the instructions when the client states, Any side effects involving my stomach and intestines usually subside within ____ weeks of therapy.
  Standard Text: Record your answer rounding to the nearest whole number.
 
  What will be an ideal response?



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Answer to Question 1

Correct Answer: 2
Rationale 1: Orlistat (Alli) can be taken with diuretics if necessary. No adverse reactions have been reported.
Rationale 2: Orlistat decreases the absorption of cyclosporine; the two drugs should not be used concurrently.
Rationale 3: Vitamin K levels may decrease in clients taking orlistat, which can affect anticoagulation produced by warfarin. The medication, however, is not contraindicated when taking orlistat.
Rationale 4: Orlistat (Alli) does not interact with ibuprofen.
Global Rationale: Orlistat decreases the absorption of cyclosporine; the two drugs should not be used concurrently. Vitamin K levels may decrease in clients taking orlistat, which can affect anticoagulation produced by warfarin. The medication, however, is not contraindicated when taking orlistat. The drug does not interact with ibuprofen or diuretics.

Answer to Question 2

Correct Answer: 4
Rationale: Adverse GI effects are common but typically resolve after 4 weeks of therapy.
Global Rationale: Adverse GI effects are common but typically resolve after 4 weeks of therapy.




strangeaffliction

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Reply 2 on: Jul 23, 2018
Gracias!


Dinolord

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Wow, this really help

 

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