A nurse is caring for a client with a urinary tract infection. After administering a sandwich and a large glass of cranberry juice to a client, the nurse observes that the client has developed diarrhea
Which of the following is the most likely cause of the client's condition?
A) Extremely large dosage of cranberry juice
B) Lack of activity or exercise
C) Occurrence of crystalluria
D) Minimized food and fluid intake
Ans: A
Feedback:
Clients may develop gastrointestinal distress such as diarrhea if they have consumed extremely large doses of cranberry juice. The recommended dose is 6 ounces of juice twice daily. Cranberry juice on an empty stomach or immediately after dosage will not lead to diarrhea if taken in the recommended amount. Minimized food and fluid intake or lack of exercise does not increase the chances of diarrhea. Crystalluria does not cause diarrhea.
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