A client prescribed an antipsychotic tells the nurse he or she has not had a bowel movement for 2 days. Which initial action should the nurse take?
A. Hold the prescription until the client has a bowel movement.
B. Have the client drink prune juice and additional fluids.
C. Request a prescription for a Fleet Enema.
D. Obtain a prescription for a stool softener.
Answer: B
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1. Who owns the blood? 2. How is informed consent obtained? 3. How will confidentiality be maintained? 4. Will standards of care be met fairly? 5. What external agents force or restrict a therapy?
A child is eating a peanut butter sandwich. He is ingesting an excellent source of:
A) potassium. B) sulfate. C) calcium. D) magnesium.