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A client reports gas pains after surgery and requests medication. The nurse reviews the medication prescription sheet to see if which medication is prescribed for the relief of gas pains?
Correct answer
B
Rationale
Simethicone is an antiflatulent used in the relief of pain caused by excessive gas in the gastrointestinal tract. Droperidol is used to treat postoperative nausea and vomiting. Acetaminophen is a nonopioid analgesic. Magnesium hydroxide is an antacid and laxative.