A client who has had abdominal surgery has been discharged on a cholinergic drug to assist in increasing gastrointestinal peristalsis. The nurse will teach this client to look for which therapeutic effect?
Decreased pulse
Decreased urge to void
Abdominal cramping
Passage of flatus
The Correct Answer is D
cholinergic drugs increase intestinal tone and peristalsis hence passage of stool and flatus
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Correct Answer is B
Explanation
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A. Filgrastim is a growth factor used to boost neutrophil production
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D. Allopurinol is an anti-uricemic agent used in gout
Correct Answer is C
Explanation
C. Extravasation can cause severe damage and necrosis and the infusion should, therefore, be stopped and the catheter left in situ for aspiration
A. Glucocorticoids are not indicated
B. The infusion must be stopped completely
D. Pressure application can lead to further damage.
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