A client's history reveals that the client is experiencing ...

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A client's history reveals that the client is experiencing intestinal gas. Which of the following would the nurse expect the primary health care provider to prescribe? Select all that apply.
 
  A) Charcoal (Flatulex)
  B) Omeprazole (Prilosec)
  C) Ranitidine (Zantac)
  D) Odansetron (Zofran)
  E) Simethicone (Mylicon)

Question 2

The nurse is preparing to administer a laxative that adds bulk and water to the contents of the intestines, thereby stimulating intestinal peristalsis. Which of the following would the nurse be likely to administer? Select all that apply.
 
  A) Docusate (Colace)
  B) Methylcellulose (Citrucel)
  C) Polycarbophil (FiberCon)
  D) Bisacodyl (Docusate)
  E) Lactulose (Chronulac)

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Answer to Question 1

Ans: A, E
Feedback:
Charcoal (Flatulex) and simethicone (Mylicon) are antiflatulents used to help relieve gas in the intestinal tract of a client. Omeprazole and ranitidine are used to treat hyperacidity disorders. Odansetron is used to treat nausea and vomiting.

Answer to Question 2

Ans: B, C
Feedback:
Bulk-producing laxatives, like methylcellulose (Citrucel) and polycarbophil (FiberCon), produce their laxative effect by adding bulk and water to the contents of the intestines, thereby stimulating intestinal peristalsis. Docusate is a stool softener. Bisacodyl is a stimulant laxative. Lactulose is a hyperosmotic agent.