The physician has prescribed codeine sulfate for a client with a ...

[CORALGRILL2014]

The physician has prescribed codeine sulfate for a client with a nonproductive cough to suppress the cough reflex. The nurse teaches the client to monitor for:
 
  1. Constipation
  2. Painful coughing
  3. Difficulty swallowing
  4. Increased urination

Question 2

The nurse has been assigned to the care of four adult clients who are receiving continuous intravenous (IV) infusions.
 
  The nurse planning the work assignment for the shift makes a nota-tion to check the IV sites of these clients at which of the following frequencies? 1. Every hour
  2. Every 2 hours
  3. Every 3 hours
  4. Every 4 hours

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Answer to Question 1

1

Rationale: Codeine sulfate is an opioid analgesic and a frequent side effect of is constipation. Additional side effects include drowsiness, nausea, and vomiting. Urinary retention is also a concern, and urine output should be monitored. Painful coughing and difficulty swallowing are unrelated to the administration of this medication.

Answer to Question 2

1

Rationale: Safe nursing practice includes monitoring an IV infusion at least once per hour in an adult client. The IV may be checked even more frequently, depending on whether medication also is being infused.

[CORALGRILL2014]

Both answers were spot on, thank you once again

[fromAlphatoOmega22]

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