A nurse is reinforcing teaching to a parent about the use of nystatin for an infant who has oral candidiasis. Which of the following statements by the parent indicates an understanding of the administration of nystatin?

What is the purpose for the nurse administering metoclopramide (Reglan) IV postoperatively?

A nurse provides education to a patient after a hemorrhoidectomy. Which statement by the patient demonstrates the need for further instruction?

A young woman with severe jaundice has an altered body image. The patient says, "Will I always be this horrible color?" What is the best response by the nurse?

After receiving a tube feeding, a nurse assesses the patient to be sweaty with abdominal distention and diarrhea. What is the most likely cause of this response?

A nurse is preparing to give a tube feeding using a large syringe. What action should the nurse implement before starting the infusion?

A nurse is contributing to the plan of care for a client who has cirrhosis and ascites. Which of the following interventions should the nurse recommend for inclusion in the plan of care?

What is the mechanism of action of a stimulant laxative?

The nurse is performing a premedication assessment. For which patient would laxative use be contraindicated?

A home health nurse is assigned to follow-up on a patient recently diagnosed with gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). Which primary symptom should the nurse take into consideration when updating the nursing interventions on this patient's care plan?

A nurse in a provider's office is caring for a client who has a gastric ulcer caused by Helicobacter pylori. The nurse should anticipate that in addition to cimetidine and sucralfate, the provider will prescribe which of the following?