A Client Taking Diphenoxylate with Atropine (Lomotil) for Diarrhea Asks

question 5

Multiple Choice

A client taking diphenoxylate with atropine (Lomotil) for diarrhea asks the nurse why they do not experience pain relief from their arthritis. Which response should the nurse provide the client?

• A) "Diphenoxylate with atropine is not an opioid."
• B) "You would really have to take a lot to experience pain relief."
• C) "It does provide some relief from the pain associated with diarrhea."
• D) "Diphenoxylate with atropine does not have analgesic properties."

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Definitions:

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