Bowel disorder drugs Flashcards
Action of adsorbents
bind to causative bacteria
Action of anticholinergic
antimotility
action of opiates
antimotility
action of probiotics
suppress growth of diarrhea-causing bacteria for antibiotic-induced diarrhea
adsorbent meds?
bismuth salicylate
activated charcoal
anticholinergic meds?
belladonna
opiate meds?
OTC loperamide
Diphenoxylate/atropine
Probiotic example?
Lactobacillus acidophilus
Adverse effects:
Adsorbents
- Increased bleeding times
- Confusion
- Tinnitus, metallic taste
Adverse effects:
Anticholinergics
- H/A, dizziness, blurred vision
- Urinary retention
- Dry skin, flushing
Adverse effects:
Opiates
- Dizziness, drowsiness
- Urinary retention, constipation
Adverse effects:
Probiotics
- Flatulence, bloating
Contraindications Antidiarrheals
in clients with inflammatory bowel disease as it causes bowel perforation
Diphenoxylate is contraindicated in clients with?
Dehydration and severe electrolyte imbalance
what does Alcohol do with antidiarrheals
CNS depression
Nursing implications of antidiarrheals?
obtain history of bowel patterns
and dietary changes
fluid volume
electrolyte status
contraindications for anticholinergics?
Narrow-angle glaucoma, GI obstruction and paralytic ileus
Client Teaching for antidiarrheals?
Take meds as prescribed
notify if symptoms persist
avoid caffiene
If patient is constipated, what are some non surgical dietary interventions?
Fiber and adequate hydration
If patient is constipated, what are some non surgical behavioral interventions?
increased physical activity
Action of bulk-forming laxative?
Absorbs water to increase bulk
examples of bulk forming laxative?
Psyllium
Methylcellulose
examples of emollient?
Lubricant: mineral oil
stool softener: docusate sodium
emollient action?
lubricate and soften stool
