A nurse in a public clinic is planning a health fair for older adult clients in the community. In teaching medication safety. Which of the following foods should the nurse advise the clients to avoid when taking their prescriptions?

Carbonated beverage

Orange juice

Grapefruit juice

Milk

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is C

Rationale- Grape fruit inhibits the action of intestinal enzymes interfering with absorption and actions of most drugs. It is therefore, important for clients on oral medication to avoid the intake of grape fruit to allow optimal absorption of the drugs.

A, B, D- Have very minimal drug interactions and hence safe to take with most medications

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Correct Answer is B

Explanation

Extended release potassium chloride tablets should be taken whole to avoid rapid release of the potassium which may lead to hyperkalemia and GI irritation.

A. Diuretic therapy increases urine output through reduction of water reabsorption. Potassium supplementation does not interfere with its action.

C. Taking potassium chloride with food or after meals is recommended to reduce the risk of gastrointestinal irritation or discomfort.

D. Antacids interfere with the absorption of potassium chloride leading to inadequate supplementation.

A. Pull the auricle down and back, B. Pull the auricle up and out. C. Pull the auricle down and out. D. Pull the auricle up and back.

Correct Answer is A

Explanation

Pediatric clients have a straighter and shorter ear canal as compared to adults. Pulling the auricle down and back helps straighten the ear canal, allowing easier administration of the eardrops and ensuring that they reach the tympanic membrane. This technique is preferred to avoid injury to the ear canal and tympanic membrane
B. Pulling the auricle down and out inhibits visualization of the canal
C. Pulling the auricle down and back obstructs the ear canal and hinder the proper administration of eardrops.
D. Pulling the auricle up and out is used in adults

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A nurse in a public clinic is planning a health fair for older adult clients in the community. In teaching medication safety. Which of the following foods should the nurse advise the clients to avoid when taking their prescriptions?

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