After a client begins pancreatic enzyme replacement therapy, the nurse will assess for
1. headache.
2. dry mouth.
3. nausea and vomiting.
4. falls.
3
Rationale 1: Some anorexiants can cause headache.
Rationale 2: Antidiarrheal therapy can cause dry mouth.
Rationale 3: The most frequent adverse effects are GI symptoms of nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea.
Rationale 4: Antiemetic therapy can cause sedation and falls.
Global Rationale: The most frequent adverse effects are GI symptoms of nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. Some anorexiants can cause headache. Antidiarrheal therapy can cause dry mouth. Antiemetic therapy can cause sedation and falls.
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