A patient complains to her physician of abdominal bloating and discomfort. She is a known alcoholic and has been treated recently for pancreatitis. Which medications may be used to reduce abdominal discomfort resulting from intestinal spasm,
increased motility, and acid production?
a.
Antiflatulents and antiemetics
b.
Antispasmodics and anticholinergics
c.
Anticholinergics and histamine H2 antagonists
d.
Antacids and chenodiol
Question 2
A young female patient is diagnosed with irritable bowel syndrome and is in an acute phase. She is placed on Sal-Tropine (atropine sulfate) at the maximum dose. The patient will best benefit from this medication because of which reason?
a. It is most effective and has fewer side effects.
b. The actions of this medication give short-term relief.
c. This medication is easy to administer.
d. This drug does not cause dryness of the mouth.
Positioning the Patient in the Fowler’s Position
Inspecting a patient’s ear during a physical examination.
Patient Teaching Methods Cont.
Calipers being used to measure body fat on the triceps of a patient.
National Patient Safety Goals for Acute-Care Hospitals