The client has been started on a treatment regimen that includes psyllium
The most important instruction that the nurse can give the client regarding preparation of the dose is to mix the dosage in _____ ounces of water and follow it with _____ ounces of water.
a. 4; 4
b. 8; 8
c. 10; 10
d. 12; 12
ANS: B
The dosage of psyllium consists of 1 to 2 teaspoons in 8 ounces of water, and it should be followed with 8 ounces of water.
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