Which of the following interventions should a nurse perform for a ...

[roselinechinyere27m]

Which of the following interventions should a nurse perform for a patient who is experiencing gastric upset while taking magnesium salicylate?
 
  A) Administer the drug with orange juice.
  B) Include fiber-rich food in the patient's diet.
  C) Administer antacids to minimize GI distress.
  D) Ensure drug is given at least 3 hours before meals.

Question 2

While obtaining the medication history, a client tells the nurse that he takes acetaminophen every day. The nurse questions the client about the amount of the drug he takes in each dose and
 
  how many times a day he takes the drug based on the understanding that the total daily dose should be no greater than which amount?
 
  A) 2 grams
  B) 4 grams
  C) 6 grams
  D) 8 grams

[mcomstock09]

Answer to Question 1

Ans: C
Feedback:
The nurse may administer antacids to minimize GI distress. Instead of orange juice, the nurse may administer the drug with milk to alleviate gastric upset. The nurse can also administer the drug with food to relieve gastric upset instead of giving the drug 3 hours before a meal. Including fiber-rich food in the patient's diet will not significantly relieve gastric upset.

Answer to Question 2

Ans: B
Feedback:
The maximum daily dose of acetaminophen should not exceed 4 grams.

[roselinechinyere27m]

YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

[Sarahjh]

Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it