ATI RN
ATI Pharmacology Exam Final Questions
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Question 1 of 5
A nurse is teaching a client who has a new prescription for docusate. Which of the following information should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C: Take the medication with a full glass of water. Docusate is a stool softener that works by increasing the amount of water in the stool, making it easier to pass. Taking it with a full glass of water helps ensure that the medication is effective in softening the stool.
Choice A is incorrect because docusate can be taken with or without food.
Choice B is incorrect as abdominal pain is not a common side effect of docusate.
Choice D is incorrect because docusate can be taken at any time of the day.
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