A patient who is taking diphenoxylate with atropine (Lomotil) to treat diarrhea asks the nurse why it contains atropine. The nurse will explain that atropine is added to
a. decrease abdominal cramping.
b. increase intestinal motility.
c. minimize nausea and vomiting.
d. provide analgesia.
ANS: A
Atropine is added to decrease abdominal cramping and intestinal motility. It does not affect nausea and vomiting or pain.
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