The client says to the nurse that since he started taking an antacid "that distended feeling in my stomach is better." In explaining this effect, the nurse understands that the antacid probably contained:
a. magnesium. c. aluminum.
b. carbonate. d. simethicone.
ANS: D
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A Incorrect: This does not decrease the abdominal distension associated with hyperacidity.
B Incorrect: This does not decrease the abdominal distension associated with hyperacidity.
C Incorrect: This does not decrease the abdominal distension associated with hyperacidity.
D Correct: Simethicone is an antiflatulent.
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