A nurse is caring for a client Who is postoperative following a transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP). The nurse should plan to administer the client's PRN bethanechol when the client reports Which of the following manifestations?

Bladder spasms

Frequent episodes of painful urination

Severe pain.

Inability to void

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is D

Bethanechol is a cholinergic agonist used to stimulate contraction of the bladder to help in the expulsion of urine. It is used in the management of urinary retention by promoting bladder emptying. Therefore, it should be administered when the client reports an inability to void, as this indicates urinary retention
A.   Bladder spasms are treated with Oxybutynin
B.   Frequent painful urination is a feature of UTI requiring antibiotics
C.   Bethanechol has no analgesic property

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Correct Answer is C

Explanation

Cimetidine inhibits the cytochrome enzymes leading to increased blood concentration of other drugs like theophylline hence increased risk of toxicity. The dosage of the drugs should be lowered when one is on cimetidine.

A-Cimetidine should be taken with meals or at bedtime for more effective absorption and optimal therapeutic effect.

B. There is no specific duration mentioned for the treatment of duodenal ulcer with cimetidine.

D. Taking cimetidine with an antacid is not recommended as they decrease the absorption of cimetidine.

A. "Take the medication with meals." B. "Gradually decrease the dose once tolerance to the effect is reached." C. "Take most of the daily dose at bedtime." D. "Distribute the doses evenly throughout the day."

Correct Answer is C

Explanation

Diphenhydramine is an oral antihistamine used in pruritus. Its main side effect is sedation and hence its recommended for use at bedtime to prevent daytime somnolence.
A. Taking the medication with meals does not reduce daytime sedation.
B. Gradually decreasing the dose once tolerance to the effect is reached may be appropriate in some cases, but it does not address immediate concerns about daytime sedation.
D. Distributing the doses evenly throughout the day may not effectively minimize daytime sedation.

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A nurse is caring for a client Who is postoperative following a transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP). The nurse should plan to administer the client's PRN bethanechol when the client reports Which of the following manifestations?

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