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What should a nurse include when teaching a client prescribed loperamide?
What should a nurse include when teaching a client prescribed loperamide?
- Use sunscreen while taking the medication
- Take the medication before meals
- Increase fluid intake
- Avoid driving or activities requiring alertness (correct)
Which condition contraindicates the use of misoprostol?
Which condition contraindicates the use of misoprostol?
A positive pregnancy test
What information should the nurse provide about alosetron?
What information should the nurse provide about alosetron?
The drug is prescribed to female clients who have IBS-D lasting more than six months
Which drug requires monitoring of phosphorus levels in clients with peptic ulcer disease?
Which drug requires monitoring of phosphorus levels in clients with peptic ulcer disease?
What should a nurse advise a client taking sulfasalazine?
What should a nurse advise a client taking sulfasalazine?
What therapeutic effect does docusate sodium provide?
What therapeutic effect does docusate sodium provide?
For which condition should diphenoxylate/atropine be used with caution?
For which condition should diphenoxylate/atropine be used with caution?
When should a client take ranitidine after antacids?
When should a client take ranitidine after antacids?
To identify an adverse drug reaction when administering sulfasalazine, which data should the nurse collect?
To identify an adverse drug reaction when administering sulfasalazine, which data should the nurse collect?
Why should a nurse clarify prescriptions for allopurinol and azathioprine?
Why should a nurse clarify prescriptions for allopurinol and azathioprine?
What is a common adverse effect of ondansetron?
What is a common adverse effect of ondansetron?
What instructions should a nurse provide to a client starting psyllium for constipation?
What instructions should a nurse provide to a client starting psyllium for constipation?
When administering ondansetron to a chemotherapy patient, what should the nurse do?
When administering ondansetron to a chemotherapy patient, what should the nurse do?
What manifestation should a client with renal impairment report when taking cimetidine?
What manifestation should a client with renal impairment report when taking cimetidine?
What indicates effective alosetron therapy?
What indicates effective alosetron therapy?
Which adverse effect should a client on alosetron report?
Which adverse effect should a client on alosetron report?
What adverse reaction can lubiprostone cause?
What adverse reaction can lubiprostone cause?
What condition should a client starting methotrexate monitor for?
What condition should a client starting methotrexate monitor for?
For which condition is sulfasalazine contraindicated?
For which condition is sulfasalazine contraindicated?
Which drug interacts with ranitidine?
Which drug interacts with ranitidine?
What should be included in the teaching for a client taking dimenhydrinate?
What should be included in the teaching for a client taking dimenhydrinate?
Which drug requires clients to meet specific risk management criteria before administration?
Which drug requires clients to meet specific risk management criteria before administration?
Why should phenytoin and sucralfate be taken at least 2 hours apart?
Why should phenytoin and sucralfate be taken at least 2 hours apart?
What instruction should be given for taking omeprazole?
What instruction should be given for taking omeprazole?
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What is an important precaution for patients taking loperamide?
What is an important precaution for patients taking loperamide?
Loperamide is a medication used to treat diarrhea. Patients should be aware that it can cause drowsiness and they should avoid activities that require alertness, such as driving.
Who should avoid taking misoprostol?
Who should avoid taking misoprostol?
Misoprostol is a medication that should not be taken by pregnant women.
Who is alosetron prescribed for, and under what circumstances?
Who is alosetron prescribed for, and under what circumstances?
Alosetron is prescribed for women with a specific type of irritable bowel syndrome called IBS-D, and only after the condition has persisted for at least six months.
Why is phosphorus monitoring important for peptic ulcer disease patients taking aluminum hydroxide?
Why is phosphorus monitoring important for peptic ulcer disease patients taking aluminum hydroxide?
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What is a side effect of sulfasalazine that requires sun protection?
What is a side effect of sulfasalazine that requires sun protection?
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What is the purpose of docusate sodium, especially after a heart attack?
What is the purpose of docusate sodium, especially after a heart attack?
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What condition requires caution when using diphenoxylate/atropine?
What condition requires caution when using diphenoxylate/atropine?
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How long should patients with GERD wait after taking antacids before taking ranitidine?
How long should patients with GERD wait after taking antacids before taking ranitidine?
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What is a potential side effect of ondansetron?
What is a potential side effect of ondansetron?
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What is crucial for patients taking psyllium and why?
What is crucial for patients taking psyllium and why?
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How is ondansetron typically administered in relation to chemotherapy?
How is ondansetron typically administered in relation to chemotherapy?
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What side effect should patients with kidney problems taking cimetidine report to their doctor?
What side effect should patients with kidney problems taking cimetidine report to their doctor?
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What indicates alosetron is working effectively?
What indicates alosetron is working effectively?
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What should patients using alosetron report to their doctor?
What should patients using alosetron report to their doctor?
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What is a potential side effect of lubiprostone?
What is a potential side effect of lubiprostone?
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Why should patients taking methotrexate monitor for gout?
Why should patients taking methotrexate monitor for gout?
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Who should avoid taking sulfasalazine?
Who should avoid taking sulfasalazine?
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What is a possible drug interaction with ranitidine?
What is a possible drug interaction with ranitidine?
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What are some important points to remember when taking dimenhydrinate for motion sickness?
What are some important points to remember when taking dimenhydrinate for motion sickness?
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Why are specific criteria and a treatment agreement needed for alosetron?
Why are specific criteria and a treatment agreement needed for alosetron?
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What is an important administration guideline for phenytoin and sucralfate?
What is an important administration guideline for phenytoin and sucralfate?
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What should patients taking omeprazole be told about how to take the medication?
What should patients taking omeprazole be told about how to take the medication?
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Study Notes
Loperamide and Diarrhea
- Loperamide is used to treat diarrhea; patients should avoid driving or activities that require alertness while taking it.
Misoprostol Contraindications
- Misoprostol is contraindicated in patients with a positive pregnancy test.
Alosetron for IBS-D
- Alosetron is prescribed for female patients with irritable bowel syndrome with diarrhea (IBS-D) lasting longer than six months.
Monitoring with Aluminum Hydroxide
- Patients with peptic ulcer disease should have phosphorus levels monitored when receiving aluminum hydroxide.
Sulfasalazine Instructions
- Patients taking sulfasalazine should use sunscreen and wear protective clothing to prevent sunburn.
Docusate Sodium Effects
- Docusate sodium is prescribed to prevent straining during bowel movements, particularly after myocardial infarction.
Caution with Diphenoxylate/Atropine
- Diphenoxylate/atropine should be used cautiously in patients with inflammatory bowel disease.
Ranitidine Administration
- For GERD treatment, instruct patients to wait at least one hour after taking antacids before taking ranitidine.
Adverse Effects of Ondansetron
- A potential adverse effect of ondansetron is dizziness.
Psyllium Administration
- Advise patients to take psyllium with at least 8 oz (237 mL) of fluid and to increase fluid and fiber intake.
Ondansetron and Chemotherapy
- Infuse ondansetron 30 minutes prior to chemotherapy, slowly over 15 minutes, and consider repeating the dose four hours after chemotherapy.
Cimetidine and Renal Impairment
- Patients with renal impairment taking cimetidine should report lethargy as a potential side effect.
Evaluating Alosetron Effectiveness
- Effectiveness of alosetron is indicated by the patient reporting one formed stool per day.
Reporting Alosetron Adverse Effects
- Patients using alosetron should report abdominal pain as a possible adverse effect.
Lubiprostone and Nausea
- Lubiprostone can cause nausea, which should be monitored by the patient.
Methotrexate and Gout Monitoring
- Patients on methotrexate should monitor for manifestations of gout.
Sulfasalazine Contraindications
- Sulfasalazine is contraindicated in individuals with aspirin sensitivity.
Ranitidine Drug Interactions
- Ranitidine can interact with ketoconazole, which should be monitored.
Dimenhydrinate for Motion Sickness
- Dimenhydrinate should be taken 30-60 minutes before activities that induce nausea; patients should also avoid activities requiring alertness and increase fluid and fiber intake.
Alosetron Risk Management
- Administering alosetron requires clients to meet specific risk management criteria and sign a treatment agreement.
Phenytoin and Sucralfate Administration
- Phenytoin and sucralfate should be taken at least 2 hours apart to prevent absorption interference of phenytoin by sucralfate.
Omeprazole Instructions
- Patients prescribed omeprazole should be instructed to swallow the capsule whole without chewing or breaking.
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Test your knowledge on various gastrointestinal medications including loperamide, misoprostol, and others. This quiz covers important contraindications, monitoring requirements, and patient instructions for these drugs. Perfect for students in pharmacology or healthcare fields.
