Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 86%
Simulated
A nurse is caring for an older adult client who has cancer and is receiving opioids for pain relief. The client has a new prescription for docusate PO daily. When collecting data from the client, which of the following therapeutic effects of docusate should the nurse expect?
Correct answer
A
Rationale
Docusate is a stool softener commonly prescribed to prevent or relieve constipation, a common side effect of opioid use.