Asked by Angelica Medina on Apr 27, 2024
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A patient is receiving opioids for pain. Which bowel assessment is a priority\bold{priority}priority ?
A) Clostridium difficile
B) Constipation
C) Hemorrhoids
D) Diarrhea
Opioids
A class of drugs that include the illegal drug heroin, synthetic opioids like fentanyl, and pain relievers available legally by prescription.
Clostridium Difficile
A bacterium that can cause symptoms ranging from diarrhea to life-threatening inflammation of the colon, often after the use of antibiotic medication.
- Understand the role and effects of medications on bowel health.
Verified Answer
OO
oluwatobiloba OlayemiMay 01, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
Patients receiving opiates for pain after surgery often require a stool softener or laxative to prevent constipation. C. difficile occurs from antibiotics, not opioids. Hemorrhoids are caused by conditions other than opioids. Diarrhea does not occur as frequently as constipation.
Learning Objectives
- Understand the role and effects of medications on bowel health.
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