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Pineapplelove6

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A client has had diarrhea for 36 hours. The healthcare provider orders diphenoxylate with atropine (Lomotil). The nurse should contact the physician if the client has a history of:
 
  a. heart disease.
  b. diabetes mellitus.
  c. glaucoma.
  d. neuropathy.

Question 2

Which child would not be a candidate for treatment with syrup of ipecac?
 
  a. 2-year-old who has swallowed chlorine bleach
  b. 4-year-old who has swallowed a poisonous substance and is alert
  c. 10-year-old who swallowed cold tablets 45 minutes ago
  d. 6-year-old who swallowed acetaminophen tablets 90 minutes ago


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amy.lauersdorf90

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

ANS: C
The atropine would cause dilation of the pupils, which would further increase the intraocular pressure of glaucoma.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A
Bleach is a caustic substance and should not be reintroduced to the esophagus during emesis.


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Reply 2 on: Jul 23, 2018
Excellent

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Wow, this really help

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