The nurse is caring for four patients. Which patient would flavoxate (Urispas), a urinary tract medication, be indicated for?
A) A 1-year-old girl
B) A 6-year-old boy
C) A 10-year-old boy
D) A 14-year-old girl
D
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Flavoxate prevents smooth muscle spasm in the urinary tract and can be given to children older than 12 years of age. Oxybutynin and phenazopyridine may be given to children 6 years old and older. Guidelines for use of an antispasmodic for a child younger than 6 have not been established.
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