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    Docusate Sodium Colace

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    This medication flow sheet provides information about a patient taking Docusate Sodium (Colace) as a laxative. It states that the patient is taking it because other medications they are on can cause constipation, and this helps soften stool and incorporate water. The usual dose is one 100mg tablet twice daily orally. Potential side effects include abdominal cramping, bloating, and flatulence. Nursing considerations include monitoring for intolerance symptoms and encouraging fluids, mobility, and fiber in the diet. The patient should be taught that laxatives are for short term use only.

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    This medication flow sheet provides information about a patient taking Docusate Sodium (Colace) as a laxative. It states that the patient is taking it because other medications they are on can cause constipation, and this helps soften stool and incorporate water. The usual dose is one 100mg tablet twice daily orally. Potential side effects include abdominal cramping, bloating, and flatulence. Nursing considerations include monitoring for intolerance symptoms and encouraging fluids, mobility, and fiber in the diet. The patient should be taught that laxatives are for short term use only.

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    This medication flow sheet provides information about a patient taking Docusate Sodium (Colace) as a laxative. It states that the patient is taking it because other medications they are on can cause constipation, and this helps soften stool and incorporate water. The usual dose is one 100mg tablet twice daily orally. Potential side effects include abdominal cramping, bloating, and flatulence. Nursing considerations include monitoring for intolerance symptoms and encouraging fluids, mobility, and fiber in the diet. The patient should be taught that laxatives are for short term use only.

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    Docusate Sodium Colace

    Uploaded by

    Amanda Coad
    This medication flow sheet provides information about a patient taking Docusate Sodium (Colace) as a laxative. It states that the patient is taking it because other medications they are on can cause constipation, and this helps soften stool and incorporate water. The usual dose is one 100mg tablet twice daily orally. Potential side effects include abdominal cramping, bloating, and flatulence. Nursing considerations include monitoring for intolerance symptoms and encouraging fluids, mobility, and fiber in the diet. The patient should be taught that laxatives are for short term use only.

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    Bellin College Medication Flow Sheet

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    Classification Generic / Trade Name Generic name: Docusate Sodium Trade name: Colace Action & Reason this Client Taking Action: Helps incorporate water into stool. Reason taking: Laxative, helps soften stool. Some other medications that she is on such as Lovastatin may cause constipation and this medication can help relieve constipation symptoms. Dose (usual /prescribed) & Route, Onset, Peak, Duration Dose: one 100mg tablet. 2 times daily. Route: Oral Onset: unknown Peak: 24-48 hours Duration: Unknown

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    Side & Toxic Effects Client Response

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    Nursing Considerations and Teaching

    Adverse effects: palpitations, abdominal cramping, bloating, excessive bowl activity, flatulence, perianal irritation. dizziness and fainting Other: sweating, weakness.

    Nursing considerations: Watch for GI symptoms in patient that indicate intolerance to the medication. These include abdominal pain, nausea and vomiting, Encourage staying mobile and active, fluids, and bulk in diet. Before administration of medication check for abdominal distention, bowel sounds, and ask if any GI symptoms have been present. Patient teaching: Patient should be taught that laxatives are for short term use only and long term use could cause imbalances in their electrolytes or dependence.

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