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
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 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.
Correct Answer is A
Explanation
Fat overload syndrome is a rare but serious complication that can occur in clients receiving lipid infusion. It is typically characterized by fever.
Although spontaneous hemorrhage can occur, peripheral edema is not a typical feature of fat overload syndrome.
Hypertension is not a typical feature of fat overload syndrome. However, hypotension may occur due to fluid shift and vasodilation.
Erythema can occur at the site of infusion during lipid infusion. However, it is not a typical feature of fat overload syndrome.
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