A client has kidney stones from secondary hyperoxaluria. Which medication does the nurse anticipate administering?
a. Phenazopyridine (Pyridium)
b. Propantheline (Pro-Banthine)
c. Tolterodine (Detrol-LA)
d. Allopurinol (Zyloprim)
D
Stones caused by secondary hyperoxaluria respond to allopurinol (Zyloprim). Pyridium is given to clients with urinary tract infections (UTIs). Pro-Banthine is an anticholinergic. Detrol and De-trol-LA are anticholinergics with smooth muscle relaxant properties.
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