A nurse is teaching a client Who has a new prescription for pancrelipase to aid in digestion. The nurse should inform the client to expect which of the following gastrointestinal changes?
Decreased watery stools
Decreased black tarry stools
Decreased fat in stools
Decreased mucus in stools
The Correct Answer is C
Pancrelipase is an enzyme replacement therapy used in pancreatic enzyme deficiency to aid in the digestion of fats, proteins, and carbohydrates. It improves digestion of fats facilitating absorption and reduced fat content in stool.
A. Decreased watery stools is not a typical effect of pancrelipase.
B. Decreased black tarry stools is not directly related to the action of pancrelipase, as it is more commonly associated with gastrointestinal bleeding.
D. Decreased mucus in stools is not specifically related to the action of pancrelipase.
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Correct Answer is B
Explanation
Beyond the expiration date drugs should be discarded as the efficacy and safety of the medication cannot be guaranteed. Using expired medication can lead to reduced effectiveness or even potential harm to the client.
A. Returning the medication to the pharmacy may not be feasible, as the medication is expired and should not be used. The proper course of action is to discard it.
C. Notifying the provider is unnecessary in this situation.
D. Using expired medication can compromise client safety and is not in accordance with best practice guidelines.
Correct Answer is C
Explanation
alcohol consumption affects liver metabolism due to injury to the hepatic parenchyma. Impairment of liver function interferes with the metabolism and clearance of phenytoin leading to increased risk of adverse effects.
A-antacids should be avoided as they decrease the absorption of phenytoin
B flossing teeth is important for maintaining oral hygiene reducing the risk of oral complications of phenytoin-induced gingival hyperplasia
D phenytoin does not cause changes in urine color
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