When discussing the possible side effects of a new medication, the nurse asks about allergies to dyes because the manufacturer's list on contents includes:
1. Lactose.
2. Sorbital.
3. Sulfites.
4. Tartrazine.
4
Rationale: Tartrazine, also known as yellow dye # 5, can cause a hypersensitivity reaction among clients with a salicylate allergy or intolerance to because of similar chemical structures. Lactose can cause gastric symptoms among clients who are lactose intolerant. Sorbital is a sugar alcohol that can cause a laxative effect. The addition of sulfites can cause wheezing and shortness of breath in clients who are sensitive to this substance.
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A. Document the contraction pattern. B. Inform the healthcare provider that a birth is imminent. C. Stop the oxytocin. D. Increase the oxytocin because the contractions are not adequate.
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1. Presbyterian 2. Catholic 3. Lutheran 4. Methodist
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