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1 hour after meals: Sucralfate works by forming a protective barrier over ulcers. It is best absorbed when the stomach is empty, so taking it after meals reduces its effectiveness.

With meals: Taking sucralfate with meals can interfere with its ability to coat the stomach effectively.

With a bedtime snack: Sucralfate should be taken on an empty stomach for optimal effectiveness, not with food.

625 ml/hr: This rate would administer 625 ml per hour, which is too fast for 1 liter over 8 hours.

250 ml/hr: This rate would administer 250 ml per hour, which would result in the infusion being completed in 4 hours, not 8.

125 gtt/min: This option is incorrect because it gives a rate in drops per minute, not milliliters per hour.

"I will give my baby the medication just before a feeding.": Nystatin should be given after feedings to ensure it stays in the mouth long enough to work effectively.

"I will clean the white patches off my baby's mouth with a washcloth after giving the nystatin.": Cleaning the white patches could remove the medication before it has a chance to work, so this is not recommended.

"I will mix my baby's medication in a clear liquid and put it in her bottle.": Mixing the medication in a bottle can make it less effective, as it may not stay in the mouth long enough to treat the infection.

Respiratory distress: Respiratory distress is not a common complication immediately following a liver biopsy.

Muscle cramps: Muscle cramps are not directly associated with liver biopsy complications.

Headache: Headaches are not typically a complication after a liver biopsy unless they result from other factors like anxiety or pain.

Fats: Restricting fats is not typically indicated in cirrhosis, unless the patient has specific issues like gallbladder disease or pancreatitis.

Carbohydrates: Carbohydrates are generally not restricted in cirrhosis. They are important for energy, especially in patients with liver disease.

Water-soluble vitamins: There is no need to restrict water-soluble vitamins in cirrhosis unless there is a specific deficiency or malabsorption.

1.25ml: The dosage of 20mg/5ml means 1ml contains 4mg. To get 25mg, you need more than 1.25ml.

6.3mg: This is incorrect because the dosage needed is 25mg, not 6.3mg.

6mg: The prescribed dose is 25mg, not 6mg.

Poor appetite and therefore poor protein intake: While poor appetite can occur in hepatitis, it is not directly related to pruritus.

Altered urinary output of bile: Hepatitis affects liver function, but pruritus is not caused by changes in urinary output of bile.

Decreased fat intake: Decreased fat intake does not directly lead to pruritus in hepatitis.

Bradycardia, diarrhea, and flushing: Bradycardia is not typically associated with vomiting. Diarrhea is not a direct autonomic symptom of vomiting either.

Urinary urgency, chills, and dizziness: These symptoms are not typical of vomiting-related autonomic symptoms.

Fever, hyperventilation, and bradycardia: Fever and hyperventilation are not typically seen with vomiting. Bradycardia is less common in this context.

Raise the knee gatch to prevent the patient from sliding down in bed: While this may help position the patient, it is not the priority action to prevent complications related to bed rest and hepatitis.

Provide undisturbed periods of 6 hours to encourage rest: While rest is important, prolonged periods without movement can lead to complications like pneumonia or pressure ulcers. Movement should still be encouraged.

Restrict fluids: Fluid restriction is not necessary for most hepatitis patients unless there are specific complications like ascites or severe edema. Fluid intake should generally be encouraged to prevent dehydration.

Dairy products are encouraged: Dairy products can exacerbate symptoms of IBD, particularly diarrhea, and are typically restricted in many patients with IBD.

Protein foods are restricted: Protein is not typically restricted in IBD. In fact, patients may need higher protein intake to support healing and maintain nutrition.

No added salt is required: There is no specific indication that salt needs to be restricted unless the patient has other conditions (e.g., hypertension or edema). Generally, a balanced diet is encouraged unless otherwise specified by the provider.