Chapter 58 Flashcards

1
Q

What is the safest LAXATIVE to give children?

What is the safest antidiarrheal to give children over age 2?

A

Laxative-glycerin suppositories

Antidiarrheal- loperamide (monitor fluid and electrolytes)

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2
Q

Name chemical stimulants

A

Castor oil
Senna
Cascara
Bisacodyl

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3
Q

Name bulk stimulants

A

Methyl cellulose
Polycarbophil
Psyllium

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4
Q

Name osmotic laxatives

A
Magnesium citrate 
Magnesium sulfate 
Magnesium hydroxide
Lactulose
Polyethylene glycol 
Polyethylene glycol electrolyte solution
Sodium picosulfate with magnesium oxide
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5
Q

Name lubricants

A

Mineral oil
Docusate
Glycerin

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6
Q

Name gastrointestinal stimulants

A

Dexpanthenol

Metoclopramide

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7
Q

Name antidiarrheal drugs

A

Bismuth subsalicylate
Crofelemer
Loperamide
Opium derivatives

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