A.   2.5 mg

B.   1.5 mg

C.   0.5 mg

D.   1.0 mg

A.   Senna

B.   Loperamide

C.   Docusate sodium

D.   Bisacodyl

A.   Intravenous

B.   Oral

C.   Rectal

D.   Intramuscular

A.   Inhibits the growth of intestinal microflora

B.   Suppresses the growth of pathogenic bacteria

C.   Improves the intestinal barrier function

D.   Inhibits peristalsis in the intestinal wall

A.   10 ounces

B.   4 ounces

C.   6 ounces

D.   8 ounces

A.   Anticholinergics with opiates, such as loperamide

B.   Diphenoxylate with atropine

C.   Cholestyramine with glipizide

D.   Oral anticoagulant warfarin with adsorbents

A.   Cramps, Diarrhea, Constipation

B.   Increased bleeding time, Nausea, Diarrhea

C.   Increased bleeding time, Nausea, Angina

D.   Increased bleeding time, Constipation, Angina

A.   Decreased gastric secretions

B.   Binding to bacteria for elimination

C.   Increased fluid absorption

D.   Decreased gastrointestinal motility

A.   Nausea

B.   Diarrhea lasting 2 days

C.   Escherichia coli–associated diarrhea

D.   Infection requiring antibiotic therapy

A.   Senna

B.   Polyethylene glycol

C.   Psyllium

D.   Docusate salts (sodium)

A.   Adsorbents

B.   Belladonna alkaloids

C.   Probiotics

D.   Opiates

A.   Adsorbents

B.   Opiates

C.   Anticholinergics

D.   Probiotics

A.   Decreases the reabsorption of water in the bowel

B.   Increases intestinal excretion of water

C.   Decreases peristalsis in the intestine

D.   Increases intestinal motility

A.   "You can take up to 500 mg a day."

B.   "Take this medication at bedtime daily."

C.   "This medication will soften your stools."

D.   "This medication may cause diarrhea."

A.   "Take only every other day."

B.   "Take before meals."

C.   "Mix in one glass of water and stir thoroughly."

D.   "Chew the drug thoroughly and then swallow with water."

A.   Lethargy

B.   Abdominal pain

C.   Dizziness

D.   Bloody stools

A.   It cannot be given to teenagers.

B.   It is a prescription drug.

C.   It cannot be given orally.

D.   It has an aspirin base.

A.   "Hold other medications when taking this drug."

B.   "This medication can cause electrolyte and nutrient imbalances."

C.   "This medication has to be taken with food."

D.   "Do not take this medication in the morning."

A.   Bacterial infection

B.   Hyperlipidemia

C.   Diabetes mellitus

D.   Hypothyroidism

A.   On an empty stomach

B.   With 6 ounces of water

C.   Before meals

D.   After meals

A.   This medication should cure your condition.

B.   Report severe constipation to the health care provider

C.   If this medication does not work, there is nothing else we can try.

D.   This medication should work immediately.

A.   "Take the medication with liberal amounts of water, immediately after thoroughly stirring."

B.   "Take the medication with a meal."

C.   "Wait 20 minutes after mixing the medication to drink it."

D.   "Take the medication without water."

A.   Increase electrolyte concentrations in the colon.

B.   Increase the surface tension of the fluids present in the colon.

C.   Lubricate the inside of the gastrointestinal tract.

D.   Increase osmotic pressure and draw water into the colon.

A.   Adsorbents

B.   Probiotics

C.   Anticholinergics

D.   Opiates

A.   Correcting sodium imbalances

B.   Decreasing peripheral edema

C.   Reducing ammonia levels

D.   Alleviating galactose intolerance

A.   Increased urination

B.   Bradycardia

C.   Somnolence

D.   Hypertension

A.   Flatulence, Rectal bleeding, Recent weight loss

B.   Recent weight loss, Flatulence, Nausea and vomiting

C.   Abdominal pain, Flatulence, Recent weight loss

D.   Rectal bleeding, Abdominal pain, Nausea and vomiting

A.   Chronic diarrhea, Paralytic ileus, Vitamin K deficiency

B.   Paralytic ileus, Myasthenia gravis, Narrow-angle glaucoma

C.   Myasthenia gravis, Chronic diarrhea, Vitamin K deficiency

D.   Chronic diarrhea, Vitamin K deficiency, Narrow-angle glaucoma

A.   Assess the patient’s fluid intake.

B.   Tell the patient to stop the drug and notify the health care provider.

C.   Ask the patient about her diet.

D.   Assess consistency of stools.

A.   Place the patient on the left side while inserting the suppository. Insert the suppository as far as possible into the rectum. Place the patient in a supine position for 30 minutes after insertion.

B.   Wear gloves or a finger cot while inserting the suppository. Place the patient on the left side while inserting the suppository. Lubricate the suppository with water-soluble gel before insertion.

C.   Wear gloves or a finger cot while inserting the suppository. Insert the suppository as far as possible into the rectum. Place the patient in a supine position for 30 minutes after insertion.

D.   Insert the suppository as far as possible into the rectum. Place the patient in a supine position for 30 minutes after insertion. Lubricate the suppository with water-soluble gel before insertion.

A.   "This medication may cause urinary retention." "Your tongue may darken in color." "If you feel dizzy, this is a potential side effect."

B.   "This medication may cause urinary retention." "If you feel dizzy, this is a potential side effect." "Call the health care provider if you have ringing in the ears."

C.   "Your tongue may darken in color." "Observe your stools for a change in color." "Call the health care provider if you have ringing in the ears."

D.   "Observe your stools for a change in color." "This medication may cause urinary retention." "If you feel dizzy, this is a potential side effect."

A.   "Everyday use is encouraged to remain regular." "This laxative is safe to use daily."

B.   "This laxative is safe to use daily." "Call the health care provider for rectal pain."

C.   "Call the health care provider for rectal pain." "Everyday use is encouraged to remain regular."

D.   "Excessive use can cause electrolyte imbalance." "You may have abdominal bloating with the use of this laxative."

A.   "I should take the tablets without crushing them into powder." "I should take the tablets along with antacids." "I should take the tablets within 1 hour of drinking milk."

B.   "I should take the tablets along with antacids." "I should take the tablets within 1 hour of drinking milk." "I should not drink juice within 1 hour of taking the tablets."

C.   "I should take the tablets on an empty stomach." "I should not drink juice within 1 hour of taking the tablets." "I should take the tablets without crushing them into powder."

D.   "I should take the tablets on an empty stomach." "I should take the tablets along with antacids." "I should take the tablets within 1 hour of drinking milk."

A.   "I should adhere to the complete medical regimen." "I should eat small meals six times a day to manage diarrhea." "I should decrease my daily fluid intake while on antidiarrheal drugs."

B.   "I should eat small meals six times a day to manage diarrhea." "I should avoid consumption of alcohol while I have diarrhea." "I should decrease my daily fluid intake while on antidiarrheal drugs."

C.   "I should eat small meals six times a day to manage diarrhea." "I should decrease my daily fluid intake while on antidiarrheal drugs." "I should avoid caffeine."

D.   "I should avoid caffeine." "I should adhere to the complete medical regimen." "I should avoid consumption of alcohol while I have diarrhea."

A.   Diphenoxylate

B.   Bismuth subsalicylate

C.   Lactobacillus acidophilus

D.   Hyoscyamine

A.   Dry mouth, Tachycardia, Blurred vision

B.   Joint pain, Bradycardia, Tachycardia

C.   Blurred vision, Joint pain, Bradycardia

D.   Joint pain, Dry mouth, Bradycardia

A.   Bloody diarrhea, Malaise or lethargy, Severe abdominal pain, Urination every 3 to 4 hours

B.   Urination every 3 to 4 hours, Malaise or lethargy, Severe abdominal pain, Firm or rigid abdomen

C.   Bloody diarrhea, Urination every 3 to 4 hours, Severe abdominal pain, Firm or rigid abdomen

D.   Bloody diarrhea, Malaise or lethargy, Severe abdominal pain, Firm or rigid abdomen

A.   "Do you have nausea?" "Do you have abdominal pain?" "Have you lost weight recently?"

B.   "Do you have hypertension?" "Do you have hypotension?" "Have you lost weight recently?"

C.   "Do you have abdominal pain?" "Do you have hypertension?" "Do you have hypotension?"

D.   "Do you have hypertension?" "Do you have hypotension?" "Do you have nausea?"

A.   "Stool softeners should be used daily." "There are no medications for irritable bowel syndrome."

B.   "Avoid irritating foods.", and "Don’t take over-the-counter laxatives."

C.   "There are no medications for irritable bowel syndrome." "Daily laxatives are the best treatment for IBS with constipation."

D.   "Daily laxatives are the best treatment for IBS with constipation." "Stool softeners should be used daily."

A.   "Always take this medication after an episode of diarrhea."

B.   "Avoid chewing these tablets."

C.   "Do not take aspirin for headaches while on this medication."

D.   "Do not use ibuprofen while on this medication."

A.   "I should increase my daily fluid intake." "I should look to have regular bowel movements."

B.   "I need to take medication to prevent nausea with this drug." "My urine color may change to red while on this medication."

C.   "My urine color may change to red while on this medication." "My urine output may decrease while on this medication."

D.   "My urine output may decrease while on this medication." "I need to take medication to prevent nausea with this drug."

A.   "This medication should not be taken with water." "You should avoid eating yogurt while taking this medication." "This medication changes the color of your stool to black or gray."

B.   "This medication should not be taken with water." "You should avoid eating yogurt while taking this medication." "You should not take aspirin while taking this medication."

C.   "You should not take aspirin while taking this medication." "You should properly chew the tablet before swallowing it." "This medication changes the color of your stool to black or gray."

D.   "You should properly chew the tablet before swallowing it." "This medication should not be taken with water." "You should avoid eating yogurt while taking this medication."

A.   Stop the medication immediately.

B.   Change the route of administration.

C.   Increase fluid intake.

D.   Decrease the frequency of administration.

A.   Opium tincture and loperamide

B.   Diphenoxylate and hyoscyamine

C.   Colestipol and cholestyramine

D.   Bismuth subsalicylate and aluminum hydroxide

A.   "Take cholestyramine on the same schedule with other medications."

B.   "Take cholestyramine with your biggest meal of the day."

C.   "Take your other medications 2 hours before or after cholestyramine."

D.   "Take the cholestyramine only in the morning."

A.   One who is taking opioid medications for pain

B.   One who has had constipation for 3 days

C.   One who is over 55 years old

D.   One who is anxious

A.   "Senna is not effective to relieve constipation in elderly patients."

B.   "Discontinue taking senna; it is not safe to take with antacids."

C.   "Senna takes effect 1 hour after administration."

D.   "Take senna 1 hour before taking other medications."

A.   Administer diphenhydramine.

B.   Call the health care provider immediately.

C.   Reassure the patient that this is an expected side effect of the medication.

D.   Stop the medication.