NR565 Final Exam: Questions & Answers: Updated Solution
A patient reports taking an oral bisacodyl laxative for several years.
Which of the following instructions should be given to guide the
discontinuation of the laxative?
· Withdraw from the laxative slowly to avoid a rebound constipation
effect.
· Stop taking the oral laxative and use a suppository until normal
motility resumes.
· Stop taking the laxative immediately and expect no stool for several
days.
· Switch to a bulk-forming laxative, such as methylcellulose.
(Ans-
· Stop taking the laxative immediately and expect no stool for several
days.
A patient who has been taking senna for several days reports that her
urine is yellowish brown. Which of the following responses is the most
appropriate response?
· It indicates that renal failure has occurred.
· It is caused by dehydration, which is a laxative side effect.
· It is an expected, harmless effect of senna.
· It is a sign of toxicity; this drug must be discontinued.
(Ans- · It is an expected, harmless effect of senna.