The nurse is caring for an older adult patient after a right hip open reduction internal fixation (ORIF). The patient is taking an opioid every 6 hours as needed for pain
The nurse discusses obtaining an order from the prescriber for which medication? a. Docusate sodium [Colace]
b. GoLYTELY
c. Lactulose
d. Polyethylene glycol [MiraLax]
A
Oxycodone can be constipating. The patient needs something prophylactically, such as docusate sodium, that can be taken daily to prevent constipation. In addition, the patient's mobility is li-mited, which can further increase the risk of constipation. GoLYTELY is not indicated for con-stipation; it is used for cleansing the bowel before diagnostic procedures. Lactulose is not indi-cated; it typically is used for reducing ammonia levels in hepatic encephalopathy. Polyethylene glycol is indicated for occasional constipation; no information suggests that the patient is consti-pated.
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