QMA Drug List

ADR for Macrodantin? Correct Answer - GI Upset, turns urine rust yellow brown What Drug Classification is Senokot and Dulcolax? Correct Answer - Laxative/Cathartic Action/Use for Senokot and Dulcolax? Correct Answer - Treat Constipation ADR for all laxatives/cathartics? Correct Answer - Diarrhea Abdominal Cramping What drug classification is MOM? Correct Answer - Saline Laxative What classification is Colace and Surfak? Correct Answer - Stool Softeners Actions/Use for Colace and Surfak (Stool Softeners)? Correct Answer - Regulates bowel function Note for Stool Softeners? Correct Answer - Hold if experiencing diarrhea and notify nurse What classification is Metamucil and Citrucel? Correct Answer - Bulk laxatives Note for bulk laxatives? Correct Answer - Administer with extra fluids to prevent bowel obstruction (at least 8oz. water/juice)