Antidiarrheals Flashcards
1
Q
bismuth subsalicylate
A
Antidiarrheal
- give 2 hr before or 3 hr after other meds to prevent impaired absorption
- encourage fluids
2
Q
Diphenoxylate hydrochloride and atropine sulfate
A
Antidiarrheal
- onset 45-60 min
- monitor fluids and electrolytes
- increases intestinal tone and decreases peristalsis
3
Q
Loperamide
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Antidiarrheal
monitor children closely for CNS effects
4
Q
Opium alkaloids
A
Antidiarrheal
admin with water
D/C as soon as stools controlled
5
Q
action of antidiarrheals
A
absorbs water, gas, toxins, irritants, and nutrients in bowel
- slows peristalsis
- increases tone of smooth muscle and sphincters
6
Q
side effects of antidiarrheals
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constipation
fecal impaction
anticholinergic effects
7
Q
nursing considerations for antidiarrheals
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- not used with abdominal pain of unknown origin
- monitor for urinary retention
