A nurse is caring for a client Who is postoperative following a transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP). The nurse should plan to administer the client's PRN bethanechol when the client reports Which of the following manifestations?

Bladder spasms

Frequent episodes of painful urination

Severe pain.

Inability to void

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is D

Bethanechol is a cholinergic agonist used to stimulate contraction of the bladder to help in the expulsion of urine. It is used in the management of urinary retention by promoting bladder emptying. Therefore, it should be administered when the client reports an inability to void, as this indicates urinary retention
A.   Bladder spasms are treated with Oxybutynin
B.   Frequent painful urination is a feature of UTI requiring antibiotics
C.   Bethanechol has no analgesic property

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Correct Answer is C

Explanation

When administering phenytoin in suspension, it is essential to shake the container vigorously to ensure that the medication is well mixed and the correct dose of the active ingredient is given.

A. Heparin B. Vitamin K C. Warfarin D. Ferrous sulfate

Correct Answer is B

Explanation

Liver cirrhosis interferes with the synthesis of vitamin K dependent coagulation factors leading to a prolonged prothrombin time (PT). Administration of vitamin K improves clotting function by replenishing the deficient clotting factors.
A. Heparin is an anticoagulant medication that works by inhibiting blood clotting. It can further increase the risk of bleeding.
C. Warfarin is an oral anticoagulant medication commonly used to prevent blood clots and like heparin, increases risk of bleeding.
D. Ferrous sulfate is an iron supplement used to treat iron deficiency anemia but not effect on coagulation.

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A nurse is caring for a client Who is postoperative following a transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP). The nurse should plan to administer the client's PRN bethanechol when the client reports Which of the following manifestations?

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