Question

1. what is a common side effect of medications used to treat diarrhea?

dizziness
constipation
urinary retention
dehydration

1. what steps should you take to reduce the risk of constipation for someone taking opioid pain medications?

encourage frequent naps.
encourage fluid intake.
discourage high - fiber foods.
teach about fall risk.

Explanation:

1. Medications for diarrhea often slow - down the digestive tract, which can lead to constipation. Dizziness, urinary retention, and dehydration are not typical side - effects of these medications.
2. Opioid pain medications can cause constipation. Encouraging fluid intake helps soften stools and reduce the risk of constipation. Frequent naps, discouraging high - fiber foods, and teaching about fall risk do not directly address constipation.

Answer:

1. Constipation
2. Encourage fluid intake