medium · NCLEX-RN psychosocial
The nurse is caring for a client with bulimia nervosa who uses ipecac syrup to induce vomiting.
Which assessment finding is the most critical indicator of ipecac-induced toxicity?
- Hyperactive bowel sounds in all four quadrants
- Decreased exercise tolerance and new-onset peripheral edema
- Calluses on the dorsal surface of the hand (Russell's sign)
- Visible dental caries and loss of tooth enamel
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