Danielle12684

Thank you. Very useful.

It was a discussion so I don't have all details but no history of diarrhea, pt. Unaware of last Bm prior to interventions. Bowel sounds were active, non-distended Abd (which had been firm, and distended prior to interventions). No longer on narcotics as they were PRN and given due to c/o pain in ABD.. Basically, the nurse who gave imodium (per pt. Request) was told it could be cause for reprimand due to risk of impaction. I guess my question is this always a "no no" or is it situation based? Note: in this case an abd scan ruled out impaction and the imodium didn't stop the diarrhea. I'm just curious if there is a guideline.

Pt. Was given suppository and Milk of Mag for constipation d/t narcotic pain meds. Has had large loose stools for 48 hours (10 on day two). Would it be safe to give the imodium after a certain time frame? Bowel sounds active. Abdomin non-distended.

Is it "okay" to give Imodium 48 hours after a patient has had suppository?