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burton19126

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Which client is most at risk to develop constipation?
 
  1. The pediatric client who takes antibiotics for ear infections
  2. The elderly client who routinely takes a stimulant laxative twice daily.
  3. The young client in the hospital for an appendectomy
  4. The middle-aged client who uses an enema when he travels

Question 2

The nurse has completed medication education for the client who takes psyllium mucilloid (Metamucil). The nurse recognizes that additional teaching is indicated when the client makes which statement?
 
  1. I don't need to drink extra fluids while I take this medication.
  2. My cholesterol level will be reduced somewhat with this medication.
  3. This medication is a lot more natural than other laxatives.
  4. This medication takes several days to work.



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Answer to Question 1

Correct Answer: 2
Rationale 1: The pediatric client is at low risk to develop constipation.
Rationale 2: Elderly clients who abuse laxatives are at risk for constipation.
Rationale 3: The young client is at low risk to develop constipation.
Rationale 4: The middle-aged client is at low risk to develop constipation.

Answer to Question 2

Correct Answer: 1
Rationale 1: Fluids must be increased when clients use psyllium mucilloid (Metamucil).
Rationale 2: Psyllium mucilloid (Metamucil) does help to reduce cholesterol levels.
Rationale 3: Psyllium mucilloid (Metamucil) is more natural than other laxatives.
Rationale 4: Psyllium mucilloid (Metamucil) does take several days to work.




burton19126

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Reply 2 on: Jul 23, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)


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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
:D TYSM

 

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