An older patient is prescribed psyllium seed to prevent ...

[stevenposner]

An older patient is prescribed psyllium seed to prevent constipation. What should the nurse instruct the patient about this medication? Standard Text: Select all that apply.
 
  1. Do not take this medication with juice.
  2. Avoid eating after taking this medication.
  3. Take the medication with adequate water.
  4. This medication can swell in the esophagus.
  5. Limit the intake of water after taking this medication.

Question 2

A patient with BPPV complains of dizziness because:
 
  a. he has Meniere's disease
  b. he has a history of stroke
  c. he has otoconia that are dislodged
  d. the Epley maneuver is working

[nyrave]

Answer to Question 1

3,4
Rationale: This medication should be taken with adequate water. There is no information to suggest that this medication cannot be taken with juice.

Answer to Question 2

C

[stevenposner]

YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

[rachel]

Great answer, keep it coming