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abern

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For the client with an elevated ammonia level, the nurse anticipates administering:
 
  a. polycarbophil. c. magnesium hydroxide.
  b. psyllium. d. lactulose.

Question 2

The nurse instructing a client about laxatives uses which of the following examples to illustrate the type of laxative most likely to result in laxative dependence?
 
  a. phenolphthalein c. magnesium hydroxide
  b. mineral oil d. methylcellulose


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Reply #1 on: Jul 24, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: D

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A Incorrect: This laxative does not decrease ammonia levels.
B Incorrect: This laxative does not decrease ammonia levels.
C Incorrect: This laxative does not decrease ammonia levels.
D Correct: Lactulose decreases ammonia levels by drawing ammonia from systemic circulation into the intestines to be excreted.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A

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A Correct: This is a stimulant laxative which is the laxative classification most likely to cause laxative dependence.
B Incorrect: This is a lubricant laxative.
C Incorrect: This is a saline laxative.
D Incorrect: This is a bulk-forming laxative.


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Wow, this really help

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