A Client Is Refusing to Take Lactulose (Heptalac)because of Diarrhea

question 23

Multiple Choice

A client is refusing to take lactulose (Heptalac) because of diarrhea.Which is the nurse's best response to this client?

• A) "Diarrhea is expected; that's how your body gets rid of ammonia."
• B) "You may take Kaopectate liquid daily for loose stools."
• C) "Do not take any more of the medication until your stools firm up."
• D) "We will need to send a stool specimen to the laboratory."

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