Exam 79: Laxatives

The parent of a child with cerebral palsy reports that the child has pebble-like stools most of the time and seems uncomfortable if several days have passed between stools. The nurse will suggest that the parent discuss which medication with the child's provider?

Which condition would cause the nurse to withhold a PRN order for magnesium hydroxide?

A patient with renal disease is scheduled for a colonoscopy. Before the procedure,the nurse will anticipate administering:

Which laxatives may be used safely in infants? (Select all that apply.)

A patient with a history of chronic alcohol abuse has been admitted to the unit with cirrhosis. Upon review of the patient's laboratory test results,the nurse notes that the patient's ammonia level is elevated at 218 mcg/dL. What medication should the nurse prepare to administer?

The nurse is caring for an older adult patient after a right hip open reduction internal fixation (ORIF). The patient is taking an opioid every 6 hours as needed for pain. The nurse discusses obtaining an order from the prescriber for which medication?

A patient reports taking an oral bisacodyl laxative [Dulcolax] for several years. The provider has suggested discontinuing the laxative,but the patient is unsure how to do this. The nurse will tell the patient to:

A patient's provider has recommended a bulk-forming laxative for occasional constipation. Which statement by the patient indicates understanding of the teaching about this agent?

A patient has been taking psyllium [Metamucil] two to three times daily for several days. The patient complains of stomach pain but has not had a stool. What will the nurse do?

A nurse is taking a history on a clinic patient who reports being constipated. Upon further questioning,the nurse learns that the patient's last stool was 4 days ago,that it was of normal,soft consistency,and that the patient defecated without straining. The patient's abdomen is not distended,and bowel sounds are present. The patient reports usually having a stool every 1 to 2 days. What will the nurse do?

A patient is admitted with lower abdominal pain and nausea. The nurse performing the initial assessment notes that the patient's abdomen is distended and firm,and hypoactive bowel sounds are present. The patient has not had a stool for 3 days. The nurse will contact the provider,who will:

A nurse receives an order to administer castor oil to a patient. Which action by the nurse is correct?

A patient will undergo a colonoscopy,and the provider has ordered sodium phosphate as a bowel cleanser before the procedure. The nurse reviews the patient's chart and notes that the patient's creatinine clearance and blood urea nitrogen are both elevated. What will the nurse do?

A patient has been taking senna [Senokot] for several days,and the nurse notes that the urine is yellowish-brown. What does the nurse know about this symptom?

A 6-year-old child has frequent constipation. The nurse provides teaching after the parent asks the nurse why the provider recommended using laxatives only when needed. Which statement by the parent indicates a need for further teaching?