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 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.

A. Potassium B. Glucose C. Ammonia D. Bicarbonate E. Bicarbonate

Correct Answer is C

Explanation

In liver cirrhosis, the impaired liver function leads to increased levels of ammonia in the blood. Such high levels can lead to hepatic encephalopathy. Use of lactulose promotes excretion of ammonia through acidification of ammonia to ammonium ions which are not readily absorbed into the blood stream.
A, B, D- Lactulose does not affect potassium, glucose and bicarbonate levels in the bloodstream.

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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?

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Correct Answer is C

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Correct Answer is C

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