A nurse is planning on teaching a client who is scheduled for an intravenous pyelogram (IVP). Which of the following statements should the nurse include in the teaching?

Choice A reason:

The statement “I will take this medication with an antacid” is incorrect. Sucralfate should not be taken simultaneously with antacids because antacids can interfere with the effectiveness of sucralfate. If antacids are needed, they should be taken at least 30 minutes before or after sucralfate.

Choice B reason:

The statement “I will reduce my fluid intake with this medication” is incorrect. There is no need to reduce fluid intake while taking sucralfate. In fact, maintaining adequate hydration is important for overall health and can help with the medication’s effectiveness.

Choice C reason:

The statement “I will take this medication 1 hour before meals and at bedtime” is correct. Sucralfate works best when taken on an empty stomach, typically 1 hour before meals and at bedtime. This timing helps the medication form a protective barrier over the ulcer, promoting healing.

Choice D reason:

The statement “I will take this medication as needed to reduce pain” is incorrect. Sucralfate is not intended to be taken on an as-needed basis for pain relief. It should be taken regularly as prescribed to effectively treat and heal the ulcer.

Choice A reason:

The statement “Fetal position is persistent occiput posterior” is correct. The occiput posterior (OP) position is when the baby’s head is down but facing the mother’s abdomen. This position can cause prolonged labor and severe backache because the baby’s head is not optimally aligned with the birth canal, making it harder for the baby to descend. The OP position often leads to more painful and prolonged labor, and it is associated with a higher likelihood of interventions such as forceps or vacuum delivery, or even cesarean section.

Choice B reason:

The statement “Maternal pelvis is gynecoid” is incorrect as a contributing cause for difficult labor. A gynecoid pelvis is the most favorable pelvic shape for childbirth. It is round and wide, providing ample space for the baby to pass through the birth canal. Women with a gynecoid pelvis typically experience smoother and less complicated deliveries.

Choice C reason:

The statement “Fetal attitude is in general flexion” is also incorrect as a contributing cause for difficult labor. General flexion is the normal fetal attitude, where the baby’s chin is tucked to the chest, and the limbs are flexed. This position allows the smallest diameter of the baby’s head to present first, facilitating an easier passage through the birth canal.

Choice D reason:

The statement “Fetal lie is longitudinal” is incorrect as a contributing cause for difficult labor. A longitudinal lie means that the baby’s spine is aligned with the mother’s spine, which is the normal and most common orientation for delivery. This position is generally favorable for childbirth.