Which client would be treated with pancreatic enzyme replacement?
1. A pregnant client
2. A client with hyperuricemia
3. A client who is constipated
4. A client with chronic pancreatitis
Correct Answer: 4
Rationale 1: Pancreatic enzyme replacements are considered pregnancy category C, which means that animal reproduction studies have shown an adverse effect and that there are no well-controlled studies on humans. Potential benefits might outweigh potential risks.
Rationale 2: Hyperuricemia is a possible side effect of pancreatic enzyme replacement.
Rationale 3: Pancreatic enzyme replacement is indicated for the treatment of chronic pancreatitis, which might cause the symptom of diarrhea.
Rationale 4: Pancreatic enzyme replacement is indicated for the treatment of chronic pancreatitis.
Global Rationale: Pancreatic enzyme replacement is indicated for the treatment of chronic pancreatitis, which might cause the symptom of diarrhea. Pancreatic enzyme replacements are considered pregnancy category C, which means that animal reproduction studies have shown an adverse effect and that there are no well-controlled studies on humans. Potential benefits might outweigh potential risks. Hyperuricemia is a possible side effect of pancreatic enzyme replacement.
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