The nurse teaching the client receiving diphenoxylate HCl (Lomotil) knows the client needs further teaching when the client responds with which of the following?
a. "I will not use this medication when driving my car."
b. "I will avoid alcohol when taking this medication."
c. "I will contact my doctor if my diarrhea continues."
d. "I will take a laxative, if I do not have a bowel movement every day."
ANS: D
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A Incorrect: This demonstrates client understanding.
B Incorrect: This demonstrates client understanding.
C Incorrect: This demonstrates client understanding.
D Correct: Diphenoxylate HCl is an antidiarrheal not a laxative.
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