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JGIBBSON

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Allopurinol is not used in the treatment of an acute attack of gout for which reason?
 
  a. It has no analgesic properties.
  b. It cannot work alone.
  c. It will not reduce uric acid levels.
  d. It causes edema in the feet.

Question 2

The nurse is instructing an elderly patient about the use of bisacodyl enteric-coated tablets for the treatment of constipation. Which response is true about this medication?
 
  a. This medication can be chewed.
  b. It is easily crushed for persons unable to swallow.
  c. It should not be taken with milk.
  d. Antacid will help the medication to be digested better.


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Reply #1 on: Jul 23, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: A
Allopurinol has no analgesic or antiinflammatory properties and therefore is not beneficial in the treatment of acute gout.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C
Bisacodyl enteric-coated tablets must be swallowed whole, never chewed or crushed, and never taken with milk or antacids.


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Reply #2 on: Jul 23, 2018
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Reply #3 on: Jul 23, 2018
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