Quiz 31: Drugs for Gastrointestinal Disorders

Which client is at the greatest risk for developing an acid-base imbalance or electrolyte disorder?

The nurse is caring for a client who is experiencing constipation.Which type of laxative can be taken prophylactically to prevent constipation?

The nurse is teaching a client about the structures of the GI tract.Which structures should the nurse include in the teaching session? (Select all that apply.)Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected.

A client was placed on ranitidine (Zantac)2 days ago,and continues to complain of ulcer pain.What is the best response by the nurse?

Which drug produces a bowel movement in 1-6 hours,and should not be used on a regular basis because of the possibility of fluid and electrolyte depletion?

A client asks the nurse why two antibiotics have been prescribed to treat H.pylori.What is the best response by the nurse?

What symptom is more common to a duodenal ulcer than a gastric ulcer?

A client is discharged from emergency department experiencing severe vomiting and is prescribed prochlorperazine (Compazine)10 mg,three times daily.What is the most effective route of administration for this medication?

A client has just been diagnosed with peptic ulcer disease.What first-choice drug does the nurse anticipate will be prescribed for this client?

A client complains of nausea and vomiting.Which medication would not be prescribed for this client?

Which drugs are the most effective for treating severe diarrhea? (Select all that apply.)Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected.

Which instruction is most appropriate for a client who is prescribed pancrelipase (Cotazym)?

Which type of laxative causes peristalsis by irritating the bowel?

The nurse is caring for a client who is being treated for peptic ulcer disease.Which medication should the client be taught to avoid?

Which classifications of medication do antiemetic drugs belong to? (Select all that apply.)Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected.

An ulcer caused by H.pylori can be successfully treated with which classification of drugs?

Patients should be advised not to overuse laxatives,because the smooth muscle in the colon can lose its tone.What condition should the nurse warn the client can occur if this happens?

What are the risk factors associated with peptic ulcer disease? (Select all that apply.)Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected.

A client has been taking an opioid for pain relief following abdominal surgery.The client complains of constipation.Which statements indicate understanding by the client? (Select all that apply.)Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected.

A client has been diagnosed with pancreatic insufficiency.Which treatment option does the nurse anticipate for this client?