A nurse is assisting with the admission of a client to the postpartum unit and is reviewing the client’s prescribed medications. The nurse should clarify which of the following prescriptions with the provider?
Explanation & Rationale
Choice A rationale Calcium carbonate 790 mg PO is not a standard dose. The typical dose for calcium carbonate is 500 mg or 1000 mg. The nurse should clarify this prescription with the provider to ensure the correct dosage is administered. Choice B rationale Ibuprofen 600 mg PO every 6 hours PRN for moderate pain is a standard dose and does not require clarification. Ibuprofen is commonly used for postpartum pain management. Choice C rationale Oxycodone 5 mg PO every 6 hours PRN for severe pain is a standard dose and does not require clarification. Oxycodone is an opioid analgesic used for severe pain management. Choice D rationale Bisacodyl 10 mg rectal now is a standard dose for bowel management and does not require clarification. Bisacodyl is a stimulant laxative used to treat constipation.