The nurse is administering magnesium hydroxide (Milk of Magnesia) to a patient who has been complaining of constipation and has consistently taken the medication every day for a week
The patient has poor skin turgor, BP 90/60, and HR 120. The nurse should further assess the patient for
a. toxicity.
b. dehydration.
c. increased sodium.
d. increased potassium.
ANS: B
Osmotic laxatives can cause a substantial loss of water. The patient is displaying signs and symptoms of dehydration. To prevent dehydration, the patient should increase the water intake.
Nothing indicates toxicity or an increase in sodium or potassium.
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