Following treatment with praziquantel (Biltricide) for tapeworm infestation, the nurse would expect to administer:
1. yogurt.
2. a laxative.
3. an antacid.
4. a liquid diet.
Correct Answer: 2
Rationale 1: There is no specific indication for administration of yogurt.
Rationale 2: A laxative is administered after treatment for tapeworm infestation.
Rationale 3: An antacid could interfere with absorption of the medication.
Rationale 4: A liquid diet is not indicated.
Global Rationale: For some infections, a laxative is given 2 hours after treatment, to remove all parts of the worm and its eggs. There is no indication that the other treatments are necessary.
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