When teaching a client about how loperamide HCl works, the nurse ...

[vicky]

When teaching a client about how loperamide HCl works, the nurse should include,
 
  a. It acts by decreasing gastrointestinal motility.
  b. It increases gastric motility by pulling fluids into the intestines.
  c. It softens the stools to make them easier to pass.
  d. Only use this drug if you haven't had a bowel movement for three days.

Question 2

In providing education about maintaining optimal bowel function, the nurse instructs the client to:
 
  a. increase fluid intake. c. decrease ambulation.
  b. get plenty of rest. d. eat a low-fat diet.

[chereeb]

Answer to Question 1

ANS: A

Feedback
A Correct: This is an antidiarrheal agent that works by decreasing GI motility.
B Incorrect: This describes a laxative.
C Incorrect: This describes a fecal wetting agent or stool softener.
D Incorrect: This describes using a laxative.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A

Feedback
A Correct: Adequate fluid intake is a key to optimal bowel function.
B Incorrect: Activity and exercise are needed for optimal bowel function.
C Incorrect: Activity and exercise are needed for optimal bowel function.
D Incorrect: Although important for cardiovascular health, this does not provide for optimal bowel function.

[vicky]

Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

[amcvicar]

Great answer, keep it coming