A nurse is conducting a class for a community group. As part of the class, the nurse is explaining the use of syrup of ipecac. The nurse would emphasize that this drug is contraindicated in which of the following cases? Select all that apply
A) The client is comatose or has altered mental status.
B) The client has erosive esophagitis.
C) The client is having seizures.
D) The substance is a caustic or corrosive agent.
E) The substance is a low-viscosity petroleum distillate.
Ans: A, C, D, E
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The use of syrup of ipecac is contraindicated in the following cases: the client is comatose or has altered mental status, the client is having seizures, the substance is a caustic or corrosive agent, the substance is a low-viscosity petroleum distillate, or the substance is capable of also altered mental status or convulsions.
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