A nurse is collecting data from a client about bowel elimination. Which of the following statements by the client indicates a risk for impaired bowel elimination?

Rationale:

A. A photograph is a unique identifier that helps ensure the correct client receives the correct medications.

B. A medical diagnosis is not a unique identifier and may not be accurate if the client has multiple diagnoses.

C. A room number is not a unique identifier and may not be accurate if the client has been moved to a different room.

D. Age is not a unique identifier and may not be accurate if the client has multiple ages.

A. The client is already on a daily dose of Metoprolol, and there is no indication that the dose should be increased. In fact, it is important to monitor the client's blood pressure and heart rate closely due to the potential side effects of Metoprolol.

B. This is the appropriate action since the client is allergic to penicillin, and the prescription for amoxicillin should be reviewed with the provider.

C. There is no indication from the information provided that the client requires a surgical mask when outside their room.

D. The client has been vomiting and experiencing abdominal cramping, which suggests nausea and discomfort. Requesting a prescription for an antiemetic medication is an appropriate action to address these symptoms.

E. There is no indication from the information provided that the client requires contact precautions. The client has a urinary tract infection and is not exhibiting symptoms consistent with a condition that requires contact precautions.