The Nurse Is Explaining Orlistat (Xenical), Prescribed for a Client

question 17

Multiple Choice

The nurse is explaining orlistat (Xenical) , prescribed for a client who is morbidly obese. Which of the following would the nurse include about this drug?

• A) "You will probably have more bowel movements."
• B) "There might be a greenish discharger from the rectum."
• C) "This drug might cause your blood pressure to rise."
• D) "You won't need to take your multivitamin anymore."

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