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j.rubin

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An adult resident of an assisted living facility has not responded appreciably to bulk-forming laxatives so the primary care provider has prescribed bisacodyl.
 
  The nurse who oversees the care at the facility should know that this drug may be administered by what routes? Select all that apply. A) Oral
  B) Intravenous
  C) Subcutaneous injection
  D) Suppository
  E) Intramuscular injection

Question 2

A patient is started on albuterol (Proventil). Of what adverse reaction should the patient be warned?
 
  A) Polydipsia
  B) Tachycardia
  C) Hypotension
  D) Diarrhea



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JaynaD87

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Answer to Question 1

A, D
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Bisacodyl can be administered orally or by suppository. Parenteral administration is not possible.

Answer to Question 2

B
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The symptoms of cardiac stimulation, including tachycardia, are noted with the administration of albuterol. The patient will not experience polydipsia, hypotension, or diarrhea.




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Reply 2 on: Jul 23, 2018
:D TYSM


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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Gracias!

 

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