A client will be discharged with a 1 week supply of an opioid analgesic for pain management after abdominal surgery. The nurse will include which information in the teaching plan?
How to prevent dehydration due to diarrhea
The importance of taking the drug only when the pain becomes severe
How to prevent constipation
The importance of taking the drug on an empty stomach
The Correct Answer is C
C. Opioids cause constipation and therefore client should prevent is by taking high fibre intake and adequate fluid intake.
A. Opioids do not cause diarrhea
B. The drug should be taken as prescribed to avoid inadequate pain relief and overdose.
D. Opioids cause nausea and vomiting which can be worsened when taken on an empty stomach
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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 B
Explanation
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