A nurse is teaching a client who has a new prescription for docusate. Which of the following information should the nurse include in the teaching?

‘Take this medication on an empty stomach’

‘Expect abdominal pain with this medication’

'Take the medication with a full glass of water."

"Do not take this medication before bedtime."

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is C

Docusate sodium is used as a stool softener in these cases to promote bowel movements. Adequate water intake increases hydration and also works synergistically to promote bowel movements increasing its effectiveness.
A. Taking docusate on an empty stomach is not necessary. It can be taken with or without food.
B. Abdominal pain is not a common side effect of docusate. In fact, it is usually well tolerated.
D. There is no specific requirement to avoid taking docusate before bedtime. It can be taken at any time of day as directed by the healthcare provider.

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Correct Answer is B

Explanation

Soy contains compounds called isoflavones, which inhibit the absorption of levothyroxine in the gastrointestinal tract, leading to decreased blood levels and effectiveness of the medication.

A. Saw palmetto does not interact significantly with levothyroxine.

C. Cranberry does not have significant interactions with levothyroxine.

D. Garlic does not interact significantly with levothyroxine.

A. Mannitol B. Albumin C. Hydroxyethyl glucose D. Dextran 70

Correct Answer is A

Explanation

Following traumatic brain injury, the cerebral tissues undergoes an inflammatory process in response to the trauma leading to brain edema. This increases intracranial pressure which presents with features such as seizures, headaches and other focal neurological deficits. Mannitol is an osmotic diuretic that works by drawing water out of brain tissue and into the bloodstream, thereby reducing cerebral edema and intracranial pressure.
B, C, D have no role in raised intracranial pressure

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