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Alygatorr01285

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A male patient has a history of calcium calculi. Which medication should the nurse expect to be prescribed for this patient?
 
  1. furosemide (Lasix)
  2. penicillin (Pentids)
  3. allopurinol (Alloprim)
  4. NSAIDs

Question 2

The nurse is caring for an older patient who is prone to developing urinary tract infections (UTIs). Which method of bladder emptying should the nurse recommend for this patient?
 
  1. intermittent catheterization
  2. indwelling urinary catheterizations
  3. Cred method
  4. timed intervals for taking patient to bathroom to void


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Reply #1 on: Jun 25, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Correct Answer: 1
A thiazide diuretic, which is frequently prescribed for calcium calculi, acts to reduce urinary calcium excretion and is very effective in preventing further stones. Furosemide (Lasix) is a thiazide diuretic. Penicillin (Pentids) is an antimicrobial. Allopurinol (Alloprim) is used to reduce serum levels of uric acid. NSAIDs (nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs) are used to reduce pain and fever. Penicillin, allopurinol, and NSAIDs have no effect on the development of calcium stones.

Answer to Question 2

Correct Answer: 1
Intermittent catheterization carries a lower risk of infection than an indwelling catheter and is preferred for patients who are unable to empty the bladder by voiding. The Cred method is a technique used to assist patients with spinal cord injury to empty the bladder. Timed intervals for voiding would not be effective if the patient is unable to empty the bladder by voluntary voiding. The urine would remain in the bladder and be a site for infection to develop.


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