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    Magnesium hydroxide, also known as Phillips Milk of Magnesia, is a laxative used to treat constipation. Common side effects include diarrhea, flushing, and sweating. Nurses should assess patients for abdominal distention, bowel sounds, and monitor stool characteristics to evaluate the laxative's effectiveness and watch for side effects. The document provides information on a medication being used specifically to treat a patient's constipation.

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    Magnesium hydroxide, also known as Phillips Milk of Magnesia, is a laxative used to treat constipation. Common side effects include diarrhea, flushing, and sweating. Nurses should assess patients for abdominal distention, bowel sounds, and monitor stool characteristics to evaluate the laxative's effectiveness and watch for side effects. The document provides information on a medication being used specifically to treat a patient's constipation.

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    Magnesium Hydroxide - Milk of Magnesia

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    Magnesium hydroxide, also known as Phillips Milk of Magnesia, is a laxative used to treat constipation. Common side effects include diarrhea, flushing, and sweating. Nurses should assess patients for abdominal distention, bowel sounds, and monitor stool characteristics to evaluate the laxative's effectiveness and watch for side effects. The document provides information on a medication being used specifically to treat a patient's constipation.

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    Generic Name magnesium hydroxide

    Trade Name Phillips Milk of Magnesia

    Class Laxative

    Dose and Frequency

    IVP RATE OF ADMIN.

    TIME DUE

    Diarrhea, flushing and sweating


    MOST IMPORTANT
    Side Effects

    Assess patient for abdominal


    Nursing Interventions distention, presence of bowel
    sounds, and usual pattern of
    bowel function.
    Assess color, consistency,
    and amount of stool produced

    Specific Reason pt Constipation


    receiving

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