Elimination Drugs

A nurse is preparing to administer bisacodyl suppository to a client. Which of the following actions should the nurse take? (Select all that apply)

1- Don steriile gloves 2- Lubricate index finger 3- Use a rectal applicator for insertion 4- Position Klient supine with knees bent 5- Insert suppository just behind internal sphincter 2,5

A nurse is teaching a client who has constipation. Which of the following should the nurse discuss as causes of constipation? (select all that apply)

1-Excessive laxative use 2-Ignoring the urge to defecate 3-Inadequate fluid intake 4-Increased fiber in the diet 5-Increased activity 1,2,3

A nurse is teaching a client who has constipation about a high-fiber diet. Which of the following foods should be included as sources of fiber? (Select all that apply)

1-Kidney beans 2-Blackberries 3-Refined cereals 4-Whole wheat bread 5-Lean turkey 1,2,4

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?

A- " Do not take this medication before bedtime" B- "Take the medication with a full glass of water" C- "Expect abdominal pain with this medication" D- "Take this medication on an empty stomach" B

A nurse is caring for an older adult client who reports taking bisacodyl tablets daily. Which of the following responses should the nurse make?

A- "Irregular bowel movement's are an indication of poor intestinal health" B- "Exercise laxative use may cause an electrolyte imbalance" C- Chronic use of laxatives can lead to a tear in the rectal mucosa" D- "Decrease your intake of foods high in fiber" B

A nurse is providing teaching to a client who takes opioid pain medication and has a new prescription for decussate sodium. Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?

A- "It might take up to 3 days for the medication to work." B- "I will take the medication for diarrhea." C- "I should drink 4 ounces of water when I take the medication." D- "I can take this medication along with mineral oil." A

A nurse is caring for a client who reports taking bisacodyl to promote a daily bowel movement. Which of the following assessment questions should be the nurse's priority?

A- "What do your bowel movements look like?" B- "How long have you been taking the bisacodyl?" C- "Do you take the bisacodyl with a glass of milk?" D- "How often do you have a bowel movement?" B

A nurse is teaching an older adult client who reports constipation. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include in the teaching?

A- Bear down hard when defecating B- Drink 4-5 glasses of water daily C- Increase dietary intake of raw veggies D- Limit activity C

A nurse is admitting a client who was prescribed antibiotic therapy and now have C diff infection. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?

A- Disinfect equipment in the client's room daily B- Place the client in a protective environment C- Use alcohol hand sanitizer after completing tasks for the client D- Have the client wear a mask when out of the room A

A nurse is preparing to administer a cleansing enema to a client. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?

A- Keep thee container of solution at a level to maintain client comfort B- Hold the container of solution 30 cm (12in) above the anus C- Hold the container of solution level with the client's upper hip D- Hold the container of solution 15 cm (6in) above the anus, then lower it 15cm below the anus B

A nurse is administering a tap water enema to a client who is constipated. During the administration of the enema, the client states he is having abdominal cramps. Which of the following actions should the nurse take to relieve the client's discomfort

A- Lower the height of the solution container B- Encourage the client to bear down. C- Allow the client to expel some fluid before continuing D- Stop the enema and document that the client did not tolerate the procedure A

A nurse is planning care for a client who has manifestations of a Clostridium difficile (C diff) infection. Which of the following actions should the nurse plan to take?

A- Place a surgical mask on the client during transport. B- Place the client on contact precautions C- Use an alcohol-based ant to perform hand hygiene when caring for the client D- Obtain a blood specimen to test for C. diff B