A client is experiencing constipation due to an ...

[karen]

A client is experiencing constipation due to an antihyperlipidemic drug. The client asks the nurse how to manage this problem. Which suggestion would be most appropriate? Select all that apply.
 
  A) Stop taking the antihyperlipidemic medication.
  B) Increase your fluid intake.
  C) Eat foods rich in dietary fiber.
  D) Be sure to exercise every day.
  E) Use a stool softener.

Question 2

Prior to administering an antihyperlipidemic drug to a client, which of the following would the nurse assess? Select all that apply.
 
  A) Dietary history
  B) Vital signs
  C) Blood glucose
  D) Weight
  E) Input and output

[catron30]

Answer to Question 1

Ans: B, C, D, E
Feedback:
Constipation resulting from an antihyperlipidemic drug can be treated by increasing fluid intake, consuming food rich in dietary fiber, exercising daily, and using a stool softener or laxative if needed.

Answer to Question 2

Ans: A, B, D
Feedback:
Before administering an antihyperlipidemic drug, the nurse would assess a lipid profile, liver function tests, dietary history, vital signs, and weight and inspect for xanthomas.

[karen]

Excellent

[diana chang]

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