Fill in the Blanks Electrolytes & GI medicationsOnline version Electrolytes & GI medications by Jennifer Mauck 1 In addition to antacids , PPIs like , ( Prilosec ) , and H2 inhibitors , like Famotidine ( ) , can be prescribed for acid reflux . Too much chloride can cause anxiety , confusion , and a rumbling stomach ; be sure to administer it as it can cause fatal arrhythmias . should not be given to patients who are seizing , , or who have ingested something corrosive . A patient with weak reflexes , low blood pressure and bradypnea may have . Although promethazine ( ) is great for nausea , the nurse needs to watch for drowsiness and . A patient with low levels may present with headache , confusion , and convulsions . The nurse should watch for EPS type symptoms when treating poor GI motility with . may be ordered for a patient with anorexia , nausea , lethargy , and constipation . The nurse wouldn't be surprised to see a history of peptic ulcers for a patient taking ; be sure to tell the patient not to or for 2 hours after taking it . A patient with a pH of 6 . 1 may have ordered . Because they have high levels of sodium and calcium , the nurse monitors patients with a history of kidney stones or failure closely when taking calcium carbonate ( Tums ) or aluminum hydroxide ( ) . The nurse should closely monitor hydration and blood chemistries for a patient taking ( Metamucil ) . simethicone ( ) may be ordered for a gassy baby . The physician will likely rule out Shigella or E - coli before prescribing ( Imodium ) . Shorter , more study sessions improve knowledge retention much better than , last minute cram sessions . ; - )
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