While recovering from surgery, an elderly woman started taking a stimulant laxative, senna, to relieve constipation caused by the pain medications. Two weeks later, at her follow-up appointment, she tells the nurse that she likes how "regular' her bowel movements are now that she is taking the laxative. Which teaching principle is appropriate for this client?
It is important to have a daily bowel movement to promote bowel health.
Long-term use of laxatives often results in decreased bowel tone and may lead to dependency.
She needs to switch to glycerin suppositories to continue having daily bowel movements.
She needs to be sure to take this medication with plenty of fluids.
The Correct Answer is B
B. laxatives can lead to diarrhea and dependency
A. it is important but other strategies are safer
C. Glycerin is also a laxative
D. The client should not be encouraged to continue with the laxative
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Correct Answer is C
Explanation
C. Heparin is an indirect thrombin inhibitor that prevents clot formation. It does not dissolve existing clots.
A. The onset of action of heparin is immediate
B. The oral anticoagulants also don’t dissolve the clot
D. The nurse should also understand the pharmacology of the drugs she or he is administering.
Correct Answer is ["A","B","E"]
Explanation
A. Ensures retention of the suppository
B. For smooth insertion
C. Can cause trauma and should be avoided
D. Does not follow anatomy of the distal gut-Sim’s position preferred
E. For infection control
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