A client is prescribed an antidiarrheal drug. The nurse reviews the client's medical record for possible contraindications for use. Which of the following would alert the nurse to a possible contraindication? Select all that apply

A) Pseudomembranous colitis
B) Type 1 diabetes
C) Abdominal pain of unknown origin
D) Liver disease
E) Obstructive jaundice


Ans: A, C, E
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Clients with pseudomembranous colitis, abdominal pain of unknown origin, and obstructive jaundice should not take antidiarrheals.

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