The patient on dialysis asks why he is receiving aluminum hydroxide gel (Amphojel) for his renal disorder. The nurse explains that Amphojel will:
1. calm the frequent upset stomach experienced by dialysis patients.
2. bind with phosphorus to increase the serum calcium level.
3. increases appetite.
4. correct the pH of the bowel.
2
Amphojel binds phosphorus, which increases the serum calcium level.
PTS: 1 DIF: Cognitive Level: Comprehension
REF: 850, Drug Therapy table OBJ: 4
TOP: Use of Aluminum Hydroxide Gel in Dialysis Patients
KEY: Nursing Process Step: Implementation
MSC: NCLEX: Safe, Physiological Integrity
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