Which of the following medications, if ordered, would the nurse question?

Other drugs may be ordered to manage a client’s ulcerative colitis.

Which of the following medications, if ordered, would the nurse question?
A . Methylprednisolone sodium succinate (Solu-Medrol)
B . Loperamide (Imodium)
C . Psyllium
D . 6-Mercaptopurine

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Answer: D

Explanation:

(A) Methylprednisolone sodium succinate is used for its anti-inflammatory effects.

(B) Loperamide would be used to control diarrhea.

(C) Psyllium may improve consistency of stools by providing bulk.

(D) An immunosuppressant such as 6-mercaptopurine is used for chronic unrelenting Crohn’s disease.