Elimination Flashcards
What is diarrhea?
At least three loose or liquid stools per day
What are clincial manifestations of diarrhea?
Large volume, watery stools
Periumbilical pain
What is constipation?
Fewer than three stools per week
What drugs can CAUSE constipation
Opioids– oxycodone, tramadol
Furosemide (lasix)
What are clinical manifestations of constipation?
Straining
Feeling of incomplete evacuation
Hard, lumpy stools
What medications can HELP constipation?
Docusate (Colace) Laxative
What are clinical manifestations of UTIs?
Dysuria
Suprapubic pain or pressure
What is some diagnostic tests of UTI?
Urine culture with sensitivity (clean catch, midstreem catch)
What urinary analgesics drug can help with UTI
Phenazopuridine (Azo/Pyridim)
Watch for orange red color of urine)
What are clinical manifestations of UTI
Fever/ chills
Nausea/vomiting
Malaise
Flank pain
What drug can help with urinary urge incontinence
Anticholinergics (Oxybutynin) (dry mouth/eyes, constipation, difficulty emptying)
What are some managements for urinary retention?
Double voiding
Drug Flomax
