A nurse is teaching a client who has a new prescription for docusate. Which of the following information should the nurse include in the teaching?
‘Take this medication on an empty stomach’
‘Expect abdominal pain with this medication’
'Take the medication with a full glass of water."
"Do not take this medication before bedtime."
The Correct Answer is C
Docusate sodium is used as a stool softener in these cases to promote bowel movements. Adequate water intake increases hydration and also works synergistically to promote bowel movements increasing its effectiveness.
A. Taking docusate on an empty stomach is not necessary. It can be taken with or without food.
B. Abdominal pain is not a common side effect of docusate. In fact, it is usually well tolerated.
D. There is no specific requirement to avoid taking docusate before bedtime. It can be taken at any time of day as directed by the healthcare provider.
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Correct Answer is D
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Iron absorption is enhanced when taken between meals as some foods may inhibit absorption especially if the food contains tannins, calcium and fiber. Taking ferrous sulfate tablets between meals helps maximize iron absorption and ensures optimal effectiveness in treating iron deficiency anemia.
A. Taking ferrous sulfate between meals does not prevent constipation.
B. Taking iron supplements with food may help reduce gastrointestinal side effects such as nausea and irritation.
C. Ferrous sulfate can cause nausea regardless of time taken
Correct Answer is B
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Severe nausea and vomiting can lead to respiratory acidosis due to the loss of gastric contents, which contain hydrochloric acid. When vomiting is prolonged or severe, the loss of acid can result in metabolic alkalosis.
A. Respiratory alkalosis occurs due to hyperventilation in conditions such as anxiety, salicylism
C. metabolic acidosis occurs in conditions where there is increased secretion of acid for example DKA
D. Respiratory acidosis occurs due to impaired ventilation such as chest trauma
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