Pharmacology & Drug Administration Flashcards
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A client reports taking a daily low-dose aspirin. How does this primarily affect colonic hydrotherapy treatment?
Answer: Increases risk of rectal bleeding or mucosal irritation
Aspirin is an antiplatelet and anti-inflammatory drug that can increase mucosal bleeding risk, making it important to note before treatment.
Which drug class is most likely to cause electrolyte imbalances that a colonic hydrotherapist should be aware of before treatment?
Answer: Loop diuretics
Loop diuretics like furosemide cause significant sodium, potassium, and fluid loss, which can be worsened by colonic hydrotherapy.
What is the primary concern when a client on corticosteroid therapy seeks colonic hydrotherapy?
Answer: Mucosal fragility and impaired immune response
Long-term corticosteroid use thins and weakens mucosal tissue and suppresses immune function, elevating risk of injury or infection.
A client is taking metformin for type 2 diabetes. Which consideration is most relevant during colonic hydrotherapy?
Answer: Fluid shifts may affect blood glucose regulation
Fluid shifts during colonic hydrotherapy can alter blood glucose levels, so diabetic clients on metformin require monitoring.
Which herbal supplement is most likely to interact dangerously with colonic hydrotherapy by significantly increasing bowel motility?
Answer: Senna
Senna is a stimulant laxative that dramatically increases intestinal motility, and combining it with colonic irrigation can cause severe cramping and electrolyte loss.
A client mentions they use iron supplements daily. What gastrointestinal effect is most relevant for a colonic hydrotherapist to know?
Answer: Iron commonly causes constipation, which may be the reason for seeking treatment
Iron supplementation frequently causes constipation, which is one of the most common reasons clients seek colonic hydrotherapy.
Why should a colonic hydrotherapist always conduct a thorough medication review before treatment?
Answer: To identify drugs that may interact with or contraindicate the procedure
A full medication and supplement review helps identify contraindications, risks of fluid/electrolyte imbalance, or mucosal vulnerabilities before proceeding.