Question

Dicyclomine hydrochloride has been prescribed for a client with irritable bowel syndrome, and the nurse provides instructions to the client about how to take this medication. Which statement, if made by the client, indicates an understanding of how to take this medication?
A. "I should take the pill with food and at mealtimes."
B. "I should take the pill 30 minutes before each meal."
C. "I should take the pill after I have finished eating my meal."
D.
"I should take the pill when I first wake up in the morning and right before I go to bed."

Answer 1

Answer:"I should take the pill 30 minutes before each meal." The correct option is B.

Explanation:

Irritable bowel syndrome(IBS) is a disorder which affects the gastrointestinal function especially the large intestines. It causes mainly abdominal pain and changes in bowel movement among many other symptoms.

Antispasmodic drugs are used for the management of patients with this disorder ( IBS). It is used to relief cramps and spasms by acting directly on the smooth muscle of the gastrointestinal tract and without affecting normal gut motility. An example of an antispasmodic drug is Dicyclomine hydrochloride which should be taken at least 30 minutes before meal for maximum effects to be achieved.

Answer 2

Answer:

B. "I should take the pill 30 minutes before each meal."

Explanation:

Dicyclomine hydrochloride is an anticholinergic medication widely used to treat gastrointestinal motility problems, such as irritable bowel syndrome, mentioned in the question above.

This efficiency of this medication occurs because of its ability to cause a decrease in the movements of the digestive apparatus, reducing the discomfort that could be felt by this syndrome.

It is important to note that this medication can only be taken with medical advice. This guidance will show all the factors that must be followed during treatment with the medicine, as an example we can mention that in medical guidance it will be recommended that the patient take the medicine 30 minutes before each meal, so that the food reaches the stomach at the right time of the remedy to act.