Lactulose Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

ADVANCED HEALTH ASSESSMENT HESI RN QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS 1. An antacid (Maalox) is prescribed for a client with peptic ulcer disease. The nurse knows that the purpose of this medication is to A. Decrease production of gastric secretions. B. Produce an adherent barrier over the ulcer. C. Correct Maintain a gastric pH of 3.5 or above. D. Decrease gastric motor activity. 2. In evaluating the effects of lactulose (Cephulac), which outcome would indicate that the drug is performing as intended? A. An...

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.Docusate sodium (Colace) b.GoLYTELY c.Lactulose d.Polyethylene glycol (MiraLax) (Ans- a.Docusate sodium (Colace) Oxycodone can be constipating. The patient needs something prophylactically, such as docusate sodium, that can be taken daily...

NGN ATI Comprehensive Predictor Version 1 1. The nurse cares for a client diagnosed with superficial partial thickness burn. The nurse should assign the client to a room with which client? A. A client diagnosed with Cushing’s Syndrome. B. A client Diagnosed with cellulitis of the left leg. C. A Client diagnosed with acute peritonsillar abscess. D. A client diagnosed with acute pelvic inflammatory disease. Answer: A 2. The nurse observes client care on a geriatric unit....

Pharmacology HESI Practice Test Assessment In evaluating the effects of lactulose (Cephulac), which outcome would indicate that the drug is performing as intended? An increase in urine output. Two or three soft stools per day. Watery, diarrhea stools. Increased serum bilirubin.

ATI RN ADULT MEDICAL SURGICAL ONLINE PRACTICE 2019 A with NGN Questions A nurse is caring for a client who has hepatic encephalopathy that is being treated with lactulose. The client is experiencing excessive stools. Which of the following findings is an adverse effect of this medication? Hypokalemia Hypercalcemia Gastrointestinal bleeding Confusion Correct Answer: Hypokalemia Lactulose works by stimulating the production of excess stools to rid the body of excess ammonia. These excess...

Exam 1: NUR265/ NUR 265 (Latest 2023/ 2024 Update) Advanced Concepts of Medical-Surgical Nursing Exam Review| Complete Guide with Questions and Verified Answers| 100% Correct- Galen Q: What is cirrhosis? Answer: An extensive, irreversible scarring of the liver. Q: What are common causes of cirrhosis? Answer: -ETOH -Viral hepatitis (HEP C) - Autoimmune hepatitis -Drugs and chemicals (aetaminophen or anything else hepatotoxic) Q: What are early S/S of cirrhosis? ...

RN Medication Exam (2024/ 2025 Update) Grade A Question and Verified Answers| 100% Correct Q: The nurse is reviewing discharge instructions on the use of antacids for a client who has been diagnosed with GERD. Which statement made by the client would demonstrate understanding of the teaching? Answer: I should take antacids within 1-2 hours of all other medications Q: The nurse is educating a client on taking sublingual medications. Which statement made by the client indicates the...

REAL HESI PHARM Version 1&2 EXAM– Q&A(s)! (I scored 1362!!!) SAMPLE QUESTION/PREVIEW #4 – I put 200 @chrisjay HESI RN PHARMACOLOGY 2022 V2 – (ADDED FEW NOTES) @chrisjay 1. Before administering a laxative to a bedfast client, it is most important for the nurse to perform what assessment? A. Observe the skin integrity of the client's rectal and sacral areas B. assess the client strength in moving and turning in the bed C. evaluate the client's...

ATI NR 293 PHARMACOLOGY FINAL REVIEW 100%VERIFIED QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS/2023,VSU 1. Calcium supplement for osteoporosis--why would they have flank pain 2. A nurse is preparing to administer a dose of lactulose to a client who has cirrhosis. The client states, "I don't need this medication. I am not constipated." The nurse should explain that in clients who have cirrhosis, lactulose is used to decrease levels of which of the following components in the bloodstream? a. Glucose b. Ammo...

ATI Med Surg Practice Test A, Exam Questions & Answers-1. A nurse is caring for a client who has hepatic en- cephalopathy and is being treated with lactulose. The client is experiencing ex- cessive stools. Which of the following is an adverse ef- fect of this medication. 2. A nurse is caring for a client who has emphysema and is receiving mechanical ven- tilation. The client appears anxious and restless, and the high-pressure alarm is sounding. Which of the fol- lowing actions should the nurse ...