The nurse administers a cathartic to a patient. Which finding helps the nurse determine that the cathartic has a therapeutic effect?
a. Reports decreased diarrhea.
b. Experiences pain relief.
c. Has a bowel movement.
d. Passes flatulence.
ANS: C
A cathartic is a laxative that stimulates a bowel movement. It would be effective if the patient experiences a bowel movement. The other options are not outcomes of administration of a cathartic. An antidiarrheal will provide relief from diarrhea. Pain medications will provide pain relief. Carminative enemas provide relief from gaseous distention (flatulence).
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