The nurse administers teriparatide and evaluates the drug as effective in achieving desired effects when what is assessed?

Metoclopramide is a medication that increases muscle contractions in the upper digestive tract and speeds up the rate at which the stomach empties into the intestines. It is used to treat gastroparesis (slow stomach emptying) in people with diabetes, which can cause heartburn and stomach discomfort after meals.

Choice A is wrong because impaction is a condition where a large mass of dry, hard stool becomes stuck in the rectum and cannot be passed.

Metoclopramide does not treat impaction, but laxatives or enemas may be used instead.

Choice C is wrong because encopresis is a condition where a child over the age of 4 has involuntary bowel movements, usually due to chronic constipation.

Metoclopramide does not treat encopresis, but behavioral therapy, laxatives, or dietary changes may be used instead.

Choice D is wrong because metoclopramide is not used for clients requiring diagnostic procedures involving the stomach or intestines.

However, it may be used to prevent nausea and vomiting caused by chemotherapy or surgery.

Glycerin suppositories are safe and effective for infants with constipation. They work by lubricating and softening the stool, and stimulating the rectal muscles to contract.

Choice B is wrong because magnesium hydroxide is not recommended for infants under 6 months of age, and may cause diarrhea, electrolyte imbalance, or magnesium toxicity.

Choice Cis wrong because watchful waiting for 24 hours may not be enough to relieve the infant’s discomfort and may lead to further complications such as fecal impaction or dehydration.

Choice Dis wrong because feeding supplementation with free water may not be sufficient to treat constipation, and may dilute the infant’s intake of nutrients and electrolytes.