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    Jona Phie Domingo Montero
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    Lactulose is a hyperosmotic laxative used to treat chronic constipation in adults and the elderly by increasing water content and softening stool. It works by lowering colonic pH to inhibit ammonia absorption from the colon into the bloodstream. Nurses should check for NG tube patency before giving 30cc of lactulose twice daily mixed with water, monitor for GI side effects like diarrhea or cramps, and educate watchers about potential adverse reactions.

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    Lactulose is a hyperosmotic laxative used to treat chronic constipation in adults and the elderly by increasing water content and softening stool. It works by lowering colonic pH to inhibit ammonia absorption from the colon into the bloodstream. Nurses should check for NG tube patency before giving 30cc of lactulose twice daily mixed with water, monitor for GI side effects like diarrhea or cramps, and educate watchers about potential adverse reactions.

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    DRUG Lactulose

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    Jona Phie Domingo Montero
    Lactulose is a hyperosmotic laxative used to treat chronic constipation in adults and the elderly by increasing water content and softening stool. It works by lowering colonic pH to inhibit ammonia absorption from the colon into the bloodstream. Nurses should check for NG tube patency before giving 30cc of lactulose twice daily mixed with water, monitor for GI side effects like diarrhea or cramps, and educate watchers about potential adverse reactions.

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    DRUG

    Generic Name: Lactulose Brand Name: Cholac Classification: Laxative (Hyperosmotic Drug) Route: Enteral Dosage: 30cc Frequency: 12hrs

    Indications
    Treatment for chronic constipation in adults and in the orderly.

    Mechanism of Action
    Increase water content and softens the stool. Lower the pH of the coions, which inhibits the diffusion of ammonia from the colon into the blood, thereby reducing blood ammonia level. Therapeutic Effect: relief of constipation and decreased blood ammonia levels.

    Contraindication
    Contraindicated in: patient on lowgalactose diets. Use cautiously in diabetic mellitus.

    Adverse reaction
    GI: Cramps, Distention, flatulence, belching, diarrhea.

    Nursing Responsibility

    Checked for the patency. Observed for the patency of the NGT prior to drug administration. Do not give the drug together with omeprezole. Mixed drug with 200m ml water. Explain to the watcher about side effect of the drug. Watched for any unusualties.

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