Pharmacological and Parenteral TherapiesQuestion 547 of 2368
The nurse prepares a dose of psyllium for a client. Which action is correct?
- Mix one dose with at least 8 ounces of fluid and give it promptly
- Give the dry powder by mouth with only a small sip of water
- Mix with 2 ounces of juice and let it thicken before drinking
- Give it within 30 minutes of other medications so it is absorbed
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Correct answer: Mix one dose with at least 8 ounces of fluid and give it promptly
Without enough liquid, psyllium may cause choking, so it is mixed with at least 8 ounces and taken promptly.
Source: Nursing Pharmacology, 2nd edition (Open RN, Chippewa Valley Technical College, 2023), Gastrointestinal System: Laxative Medication Classes. Licensed under CC BY 4.0.
Practice the topic "Pharmacological and Parenteral Therapies"Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026