The nurse is preparing to administer docusate sodium ( colac…
The nurse is preparing to administer docusate sodium ( colace) to a patient for the treatment of constipation. Which information does the nurse check in the patient’s history to ensure safety before administering the medication?
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A patient who is admitted with upper gastrointestinal (GI) bleeding has a history of two previous heart attacks. The patient is receiving large amounts of IV fluid. For which possible complication would the nurse monitor the patient?
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A patient who underwent surgical resection of malignant gastric tumor has an NG tube in place. The patient reports epigastric pain, a feeling of fullness, and hiccups. The vital signs of the patient are: heart rate of 110 beats/min and blood pressure of 100/70 mm Hg. Which is the appropriate nursing intervention?
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