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RYAN BANYAN

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Which statement by a patient prescribed an antidiarrheal drug indicates the need for additional teaching?
 
  a. I will never take a double dose of my medication even if I miss a dose.
  b. I will get up slowly when I get out of bed or rise from a chair.
  c. I will contact my prescriber if the diarrhea is not relieved within 4 days.
  d. I will avoid alcohol while taking my antidiarrheal medication.

Question 2

A patient prescribed metoclopramide (Reglan) for 15 months develops these finding
 
  s: uncontrolled rhythmic movement of the face, lip smacking, uncontrolled chewing, and rapid or wormlike movements of the tongue. What is your best action?
  a. Transfer the patient to a critical care bed immediately.
  b. Document the findings and contact the prescriber.
  c. Ask if the patient has any drug, pet or food allergies.
  d. Place the patient on bed rest and keep him or her NPO.



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zoeyesther

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Answer to Question 1

ANS: C

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B




RYAN BANYAN

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Reply 2 on: Jul 24, 2018
Excellent


JaynaD87

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

 

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