What is likely to cause electrolyte abnormality? Which of the following findings are indicative of this condition? B. _____ to cleanse the client's bowel; often used in preparation of surgery, _____ enema to a client who has very high levels of potassium. A nurse is providing teaching to an older adult client who has constipation. A nurse is caring for who reports an area of redness, warmth, tenderness, and pain in the right calf. Estimate the rate at which thermal energy is being discarded by this plant. Diarrhea commonly occurs with amoxicillin clavulanate use, If a patient was instructed to avoid foods that may have a laxative effect, the nurse would advise the patient to avoid which of the following foods? When the procedure is finished, the nurse notes that the stoma is protruding into the bag. The nurse has trimmed the flange of the new appliance to a diameter of 7 cm. B. E. Breast Milk, A. Cathartics A. ", A. d. Since it uses a closed system, risk for urinary tract infection is absent, a. D. Cancer, Which enema is the safest to use for any patient? What will be the most likely outcome of the nurse's action? A nurse is caring for an older adult who has constipation. Frequent urinary tract infections B. Hash browns potatoes Mrs. Lonte is ordered a clear liquid diet for breakfast, to advance to a house diet as tolerated. D. After client feels abdominal cramping. c. sigmoid colostomy b. small-volume cleansing enema with hypotonic solution b. B. Defecation B. a. a. Hypertonic d. administration of a large-volume enema A nurse is ordered to perform digital removal of stool for a client with stool impaction. What should be the nurse's next action? A risk that the peristomal skin will become excoriated E. Breast Milk, Incontinence is described as the inability to control defecation often caused by What action would the nurse perform next? b. A steel container of mass 135g135 \mathrm{~g}135g contains 24.0g24.0 \mathrm{~g}24.0g of ammonia, NH3\mathrm{NH}_3NH3, which has a molar mass of 17.0g/mol17.0 \mathrm{~g} / \mathrm{mol}17.0g/mol. Repositioning the patient over the bedpan in the dorsal recumbent position might help. A. Removal of a client's NG tube has been ordered. A. Stimulation of the vagus nerve Eat more cabbage and brussels sprouts to decrease gas and add fiber. What is the appropriate nursing response? d. Clients who want to self-irrigate their colostomy must sign a contract and agree to use the equipment only for its intended use. C. Immediately before meals. In the nursing care plan for constipation, the nurse should have an intervention that addresses the number of grams of cellulose that are needed for normal bowel function. b. application of a fecal incontinence device Which teaching will the nurse include? B. The client reports gas pains I the periumbilical area. When was your last bowel movement? Which color stool does the nurse identify as abnormal? Position the bed flat and assist the client onto his or her left side. Which foods will the nurse recommend to avoid for a client with uncomfortable, frequent episodes of flatulence? c. Insert generously lubricated finger gently into the anal canal, pointing away from the umbilicus. When caring for a client with fecal incontinence, the nurse knows that fecal incontinence is the result of: A client who is constipated should eat eggs and pasta to relieve the condition. A nurse is teaching a client who is to start taking clopidogrel. Which of the following adverse effects of calcium should the nurse suspect when the client reports having flank pain? d. the indwelling urinary catheter, After surgery, Ms. Young is having difficulty voiding. A. Dehydrated d. physiologic or lifestyle changes in the client. What color is your usual bowel? A nurse has auscultated the abdomen in all four quadrants for 5 minutes and has not heard any bowel sounds. B. Malnutrition What nursing interventions should be applied to all 3? b. Place the enema 12-18 inches above the anus c. The student had the client flex the knees when performing the assessment. a. Assess the color of the stoma. \text { dermat/o } & \text { py/o } & \text {-cyte } & \text {-pathy } & \text { homo- } \\ 2. In preparing a client to utilize fecal occult blood testing (FOBT) supplies, what teaching will the nurse provide? _________: is typically created as an emergency procedure to relieve an intestinal obstruction or perforation. b. Constipation related to physiologic condition involving the deficit in neurologic innervation, as evidenced by fecal incontinence c. After applying the ostomy pouch, lie flat in the prone position for 10 to 15 minutes to facilitate adhesion. b. soap The proximal stoma, which is functional, diverts feces to the abdominal wall. A. Macaroni and cheese B. a. Instill digestive enzymes, as ordered. A nurse is performing digital removal of stool on a patient with a fecal impaction. A nurse is teaching a client who reports constipation about ways to increase dietary intake of fiber. "I should eliminate pasta from my diet so that I don't have as many loose stools." C. the risk of constipation is decreased. b. Percussion A bowel training program includes which of the following? Which of the following statements should the nurse include in the teaching? Scrambled eggs Lower the solution after instilling about 150 mL of solution. D. Notify the doctor. Red meats will decrease symptoms of nausea. Wear sterile gloves Take 500 mg c. Have the patient rest for 30 minutes to see if the prolapse resolves. A nurse is preparing a hospitalized patient for a colonoscopy. D. Urinary Incontinence, A patient comes into the ER with a colostomy. c. "Do you prefer hot foods or cold foods?" Which of the following symptoms should the nurse expect to find in the early stage of the disease? The pediatric nurse explains to the parents of an infant diagnosed with a bowel obstruction that one of the most common causes of intestinal obstruction in infancy is from? c. 20-30 g Which of the following info should the nurse include? What should the nurse do next? C. Nocturia which of the following actions of Skip to document Ask an Expert Sign inRegister Sign inRegister Home Ask an ExpertNew My Library Discovery Institutions Western Governors University StuDocu University University of the People c. "This test will show if you have an infection in the bowel." c. Drink a soft drink daily to prevent gas and allow fiber to break down. a. d. Allow the low intermittent suction to continue during the assessment of bowel sounds. C. Respiratory rate c. discontinuation of the amoxicillin and administration of an antidiarrheal drug Place the client on the left side position. Bear down hard when defecating Drink four to five glasses of water daily. Clients should be taught that repeatedly ignoring the sensation of needing to defecate could result in which of the following? The nurse should recognize which of the following foods provided together on the same dinner tray can be in violation of the clients religious practices? A. Patient complains of black stool. a. b. B. Squatting Which is an effect of prolonged use of mineral oil to relieve constipation? Which of the following would the nurse incorporate into the teaching plan for a patient to promote healthy urinary functioning? Ignoring the urge to defecate C. Inadequate fluid intake D. Increased fiber in the diet E. Increased activity ANS: Excessive laxative use. D. Client report of feeling sweaty. e. "Have you started a new medication? b. increases D. Review the pain scale, B. D. Regular use of glycerine suppositories, C. Increase cellulose and fluid in the diet. A __________ enema should not be repeated for fear of water toxicity or circulatory overload. D. Kosher chicken breast and boiled potatoes. C. 6-8 in In which patients would a nurse expect to find decreased or absent bowel sounds after listening for 5 minutes? b. Bisacodyl A nurse is providing teaching to a client who has a new colostomy about proper care. The tiny, free-floating, weakly swimming algae and animals that occur in both freshwater and saltwater environments are called ____. A nurse is caring for a patient who is to perform a fecal occult testing at home. A, Fleet enema, is hypertonic. C. 6 B. increased sedation is achieved by higher doses of medication. For which condition should the nurse administer this medication to the postoperative client? A nurse is following a health care provider's order to irrigate a client's NG tube. A patient who has bladder cancer tells the nurse that, of the various urinary diversion options the surgeon presented, she prefers one that will allow her to have some control over urinary elimination. "It is important that you discontinue this type of treatment immediately." The nurse should instruct the client to avoid which of the following unsafe actions? c. Methylcellulose Which interventions are appropriate suggestions? D. Orthostatic hypotension, A nurse is caring for a client who is postoperative following abdominal surgery and reports incisional pain. c. Remove the NG tube and replace it with a larger-bore tube, as ordered. A. Select all that apply. 3. urinary elimination An episode of diarrhea 4. E. Urinary incontinence, B. A nurse is caring for a client who has a fecal impaction. B. Heart rate of 88 beats/min A client who has protein calorie malnutrition. "It depends on which testing developer is used." a. to promote optimal overall health by removing built-up toxins (Take the specific energy of coal to be, 30MJkg130 \mathrm { MJ } \mathrm { kg } ^ { - 1 } Type 2 diabetes b. Anal fissures b. chicken b. A pregnant client tells the nurse she has constipation. C. Inadequate fluid intake. What are some beverages that increased peristalsis? substiture salad dressing for Mayonnaise on sandwiches. Monitor urine pH. b. A nurse is scheduling tests for a patient who has been experiencing epigastric pain. Hypertrophic pyloric stenosis Nurses should recommend avoiding the habitual use of laxatives. A. Stewed prunes a. a diet lacking in fruits and vegetables When the client has the urge to defecate. b. Frequent urinary tract infections c. tap water b. A. Apply lubricant to the anus The nurse is caring for a client who has returned from gastric resection surgery with an indwelling nasogastric tube. He is 80 years old and has an indwelling catheter in place. d. Thoroughly cleanse the skin surrounding the stoma and allow it to dry completely before applying the ostomy pouch. Blood pressure b. removes hardened fecal impactions from the rectum Insert the tip of the tubing 8 cm (3.1 cm). They include increased intracranial pressure, glaucoma, and rectal or prostate surgery. The bond matures in 15 years. C. Hypertonic; Fleet's b. light brown d. Magnesium antacids, A nurse is performing an abdominal assessment of a client before administering a large-volume cleansing enema. D. Tamsulosin (Flomax). Gastroenteritis is prevalent in areas lacking adequate clean water and sanitation facilities. Renal stones A nurse is providing care for four clients on a medical surgical unit. Which is A nurse is about to administer a tap-water enema when a patient asks what is the purpose. d. Increase fiber slowly over a period of time to prevent gas. The student instructed the client to urinate before beginning the focused assessment. Ignoring the urge to defecate The provider prescribes warfarin PO without discontinuing the heparin. The nurse is evaluating stool characteristics of an adult client. b. just past the opening of the anus Of the information below, which is least important for the evaluation process? "Warfarin takes several days to work, so the IV heparin will be used until the warfarin reaches a therapeutic level.". a. Find the ones that present a topic, but not an idea. Notify the primary care provider that the stoma is prolapsed. A nurse is talking with a client who reports constipation. Which finding indicates that the client needs further assessment in the postanesthesia care unit? c. "Do you use laxatives?" Clean the wound from the outer edge towards the center. D. Apple Juice. A. B. Prune Juice C. Increase cellulose and fluid in the diet A nurse is caring for a client who has deep vein thrombosis and has been on heparin continuous infusion for 5 days. When comparing the steps of a return-flow enema with a cleansing enema, what nursing intervention is unique to return-flow? Which of the following should the nurse discuss as cause of constipation? BPH has manifestations from urinary obstruction and a decrease in bladder contractibility and compliance. a. dark brown c. "As long as you wash the area and dry carefully, you can use the test." The patient states "Something just isn't right". A. Select all that apply. a. hypertonic saline "Wait to do the test 3 days after your finish menstruating." b. Assessing a client's GI system Intussusception How often are your bowel movements? A nurse is teaching a patient with a new ileostomy about incorporating preventive strategies at home. When the client has the urge to defecate. The nurse is teaching a client with diarrhea about dietary management. f. shrimp. e. Apply a commercially available skin barrier before applying the ostomy pouch. A patient recovering from a partial nephrectomy is in the postanesthesia care unit. C. Do you eat black food or dye? D. Sore throat on swallowing, How does the nurse position a client with postoperative nausea and vomiting? Which type of enema should the nurse administer? a. D. Keep the nostrils clean and lubricated, D. Keep the nostrils clean and lubricated, A nurse is caring for an older adult client on bed rest. D. Limit activity, C. Increase dietary intake of raw vegetables, A nurse is teaching a client who has constipation. c. Mrs. Lonte's abdomen is soft, nondistened, with bowel sounds a. Auscultation A client who has peripheral edema b. Decrease expected blood loss during surgery "The client uses spray deodorant several times an hour to mask odor." b. Having Ms. young ignore the urge to void until her bladder is full Select all that apply. During an assessment, the nurse suspects a male client is experiencing benign prostatic hyperplasia. b. Press water from a sponge rather than bringing it. A nurse is preparing to perform a urinary catheterization to obtain a urine specimen for a client. d. a client recovering from prostate surgery. Obtain a bladder scan to assess for residual urine. The nurse should identify that which of the following results places the client at risk? Which intervention is most important? A. Excessive laxative use The nurse should insert the tip of the rectal tube? A nurse is caring for a client who is postoperative and is at risk for developing venous thromboembolism (VTE). d. "Is the stool difficult to pass?" c. If portions of the stool include visible blood, mucus, or pus, discard the stool. c. Blood pressure of 120/70 mm Hg 4 to 5 in c. Encouraging a generous fluid intake if not contraindicated by the patient's condition. A nurse is providing preoperative teaching for a client who will undergo surgery. d. Drink orange and grapefruit juice. A nurse is providing preoperative teaching for a patient who has colon cancer. (Move the steps into the box on the right, placing them in the selected order of performance. d. chocolate, A client is preparing for a fecal occult blood test. A cleansing enema has been ordered for the client to soften and lubricate stool. C. Leave the skin on when eating fruit. Facilitate a more private setting, such as assisting the client to a bathroom. A nurse is assessing four female clients for obesity. How many grams should be in the daily diet? C. Reposition the client every 2 hr d. Mrs. Lonte reports fullness and diarrhea after breakfast. d. "This is good to help bowels move.". D. Place a warm washcloth against the perianal area Select all that apply. b. mineral oil The nurse anticipates which of the following orders when notifying the provider of this finding? d. Compress the container as the solution instills. C. Lotions E. Urinary incontinence, A nurse is instructing a client who is scheduled for a transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP) about his postoperative care. (B) hazy C. Cheese A nurse is caring for a client who practices Orthodox Judaism. A. A. "I will have a flexible endoscopic exam done every 5 years." An electron with speed v0=27.5106m/sv_0=27.5 \times 10^6 \mathrm{~m} / \mathrm{s}v0=27.5106m/s is traveling parallel to a uniform electric field of magnitude E=11.4103N/CE=11.4 \times 10^3 \mathrm{~N} / \mathrm{C}E=11.4103N/C. evaluate fluid and electrolyte levels. d. dysuria, Mr. Cheng, a hospitalized patient with diabetes mellitus, has developed a UTI. D. Citrus fruits. b. C. Pale, cool extremities On which body system is the patient experiencing symptoms that supports the nurse's suspicions? a. Oil-retention Which action is an appropriate step in this procedure? B. a. Lettuce A patient has a fecal impaction. d. "If you are having a light flow or spotting then you can perform the test. Which of the following foods should the nurse instruct the client to avoid? c. remains constant. Which of the following surgical procedures places the client at risk for deep-vein thrombosis? B. He reports that his concerns about leakage have limited his social activites. B. Which factor should the nurse review first to identify the cause of constipation? d. water, soap, A nurse is caring for a client with constipation. He is timid and reluctant to talk about his urinary retention problem. Turn off the suction for 30 minutes and then turn it on again. C. Clean stoma with alcohol 2 in (5.0 cm) All steps must be used.) B. A. 25. b. b. e. pork chops Which position would the nurse place the client in? Client report of nausea TPN is administered through a large central blood vessel; The solution contains sugar, proteins, and fat for increased calories; tests to monitor blood and urine glucose levels will be done The nurse is caring for a burn client who is receiving total parenteral nutrition (TPN) at 75mL/hour. (Select all that apply.) B. Which of the following strategies should the nurse instruct the patient to use for maximal adherence? A sterile specimen is required for collection. a. The healthy adult should drink four to six 8-ounce glasses of water per day. d. "How often do you move your bowels?" Ensure that the client fasts 6 to 12 hours before the test as per policy. Having Ms. young ignore the urge to void until her bladder is full. c. Watermelon Chronic Constipation ", Digital rectal examination confirms that a client has an impaction, and an enema solution has been ordered to lubricate the stool and intestinal mucosa without distending the intestine. 13. d. stopping the infusion, The nurse is caring for a client with constipation related to a small bowel obstruction. A patient with a left-sided end colostomy in the sigmoid colon (A) harmless A student nurse studying human anatomy knows that a structure of the large intestine is the: c. Provide a light meal before the test and administer two Fleet enemas. Which of the following assessment findings requires immediate intervention by the nurse? The provider has prescribed an enema. Which client statement reflects understanding of the purpose of this test? a. Which assessment technique would be performed last? A. Constipation Reassure the patient that this is a normal reaction to the procedure. 3. C. 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