The nurse is caring for a patient taking Xenical (orlistat). Which of the following symptoms would be most concerning to the nurse?
A) Nausea and vomiting
B) Orange-colored oil noted in stool
C) Reports of fecal urgency
D) Flatus with discharge

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Nausea and vomiting could indicate a serious adverse effect or an intolerance to the medication, requiring further assessment and possibly discontinuation of the drug. Orange-colored oil in stool, fecal urgency, and flatus with discharge are common side effects of orlistat due to its mechanism of action blocking fat absorption, but they are not typically concerning.

The Nurse Is Caring for a Patient Taking Xenical (Orlistat)