A client diagnosed with hyperlipidemia has been prescribed cholestyramine (Questran). Which of the following instructions will the nurse include in the client's teaching plan?
a. Mix powder sparingly with fluid.
b. Eat a low-fiber diet.
c. Mix powder well with fluid.
d. Take an antidiarrheal agent if diarrhea occurs.
ANS: C
Cholestyramine should be mixed well in fluid for proper absorption. Fluids and a high-fiber diet should be encouraged as this drug may cause constipation. Cholestyramine may cause GI upset and can be taken with food.
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