Pharmacological and Parenteral TherapiesQuestion 252 of 2368
A client has a scheduled stool softener due. The nurse finds the client had two loose stools this shift. Which action is correct?
- Withhold the stool softener
- Give the stool softener as scheduled
- Give a double dose to balance the loose stools
- Give a stronger laxative instead
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Correct answer: Withhold the stool softener
Recent stool characteristics are assessed before giving laxatives or softeners, and the drug is withheld if loose stools are occurring.
Source: Nursing Fundamentals, 2nd edition (Open RN, Chippewa Valley Technical College, 2024), Elimination: Implementing Interventions. Licensed under CC BY 4.0.
Practice the topic "Pharmacological and Parenteral Therapies"Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026