A patient with cholecystitis is prescribed promethazine (Phenergan) for nausea. Which adverse effect of the medication should the nurse instruct the patient to report?
a. Diarrhea
b. Insomnia
c. Dry mouth
d. Urine retention
ANS: D
Urine retention can be life threatening and should be reported immediately. B. C. Dry mouth and insomnia are not emergencies. A. Constipation, not diarrhea, is more likely to occur.
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a. identifying ineffective family coping. b. identifying care guidelines. c. identifying client's values. d. identifying specific nursing diagnoses.
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1. Provide energy to support her anabolic processes 2. Spare fat for tissue building 3. Maximize weight gain 4. Limit amount of glucose to the fetus