Question

the nurse is reviewing a clients medications. the nurse determines that which medications increase the clients risk of dehydration? select all that apply. 1 lactulose 2 ondansetron 3 pantoprazole 4 spironolactone 5 polyethylene glycol

Explanation:

Lactulose is a laxative which can cause diarrhea and fluid loss, increasing dehydration risk. Polyethylene glycol is also a laxative that can lead to excessive fluid loss from the body. Ondansetron is an anti - nausea medication, pantoprazole is a proton - pump inhibitor for acid - related disorders, and spironolactone is a potassium - sparing diuretic with a different mechanism not directly related to typical dehydration risk like laxatives.

Answer:

1. Lactulose
2. Polyethylene glycol