The nurse understands that which of the following medications is generally prescribed for treatment of antibiotic-induced diarrhea?
a. lactobacillus product c. diphenoxylate HCl
b. polycarbophil d. sodium biphosphate
ANS: A
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A Correct: Lactobacillus products are used to treat antibiotic-induced diarrhea.
B Incorrect: This is a laxative.
C Incorrect: This is not the antidiarrheal used for this treatment.
D Incorrect: This is a laxative.
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