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The nurse is to administer acetaminophen (Tylenol) prn to a client for a headache; however, the client has been vomiting all day. Which route should the nurse use to administer the medication?
 
  1. Oral
  2. Vaginal
  3. Rectal
  4. Intravenous

Question 2

The nurse is providing discharge instructions to a client prescribed an opioid medication. What should the nurse suggest to decrease the risk of constipation with this medication?
 
  1. Take an antihistamine three times per day.
  2. Drink 6 to 8 glasses of water per day.
  3. Assess respiratory rate before taking medication.
  4. Assess heart rate before taking medication.



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Answer to Question 1

Correct Answer: 3
Rationale 1: The rectal route is often used if the client has nausea or vomiting. The nurse should administer an acetaminophen suppository to the client.
Rationale 2: This medication is not available as a vaginal suppository.
Rationale 3: The rectal route is often used if the client has nausea or vomiting. The nurse should administer an acetaminophen suppository to the client.
Rationale 4: There is not an intravenous form of this medication.

Answer to Question 2

Correct Answer: 2
Rationale 1: Antihistamines do not prevent constipation.
Rationale 2: Increasing fluid intake can help prevent constipation.
Rationale 3: Assessing respiratory rate will not help prevent constipation.
Rationale 4: Assessing heart rate will not impact the development of constipation.



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