B. b. Bismuth subsalicylate contains salicylates; a physician should be consulted before giving it to children or clients taking aspirin. Which of the following recommendations should the nurse make to help retrieve this common discomfort of pregnancy? d. Weakened pelvic muscles lead to constipation. b. b. Assessing a client's GI system (B) hazy The nurse should instruct the client to monitor and report which of the following adverse effect of the medication A. b. increases 13. "The client uses spray deodorant several times an hour to mask odor." a. ileostomy b. 5. Plans to eat 4 ounces of protein 3 times per day. B. c. reduces elasticity in intestinal walls and slows motility Tap water C. Immediately before meals. d. Position the client on his side and administer a glycerin suppository. a. "This test detects heme, a type of iron compound in blood in the stool." a. Nurses should recommend avoiding the habitual use of laxatives. A. A nurse is talking with a client who reports constipation. He is timid and reluctant to talk about his urinary retention problem. B. Find the ones that present a topic, but not an idea. Most of the following thesis statements have specific topics plus clear main ideas about these topics. d. "This is good to help bowels move.". (b) The stationary object is twice the mass of the moving object. c. cecum A. Backache Having Ms. young ignore the urge to void until her bladder is full. The client passed stool into the toilet instead of using the collection container. Increase fluid intake to 3000 mL/day. Listen for bowel sounds a. hypertonic saline c. Drink a soft drink daily to prevent gas and allow fiber to break down. E. Lean turkey, A. Kidney beans True B. Which actions must the nurse perform? b. Decreasing fluid intake to 1,000 mL A client who has a BMI of 28 C. Milk c. removing the tubing immediately D. Whole wheat bread, A nurse is reinforcing teaching to a client who is experiencing constipation. ", A nurse is administering morphine 2mg IV every 2 to 4 hr to a client who has an abdominal incision. b. A. Which factor should the nurse review first to identify the cause of constipation? Secure the ostomy pouch in place by wrapping an elastic bandage around the abdomen, making sure to cover the entire ostomy appliance. In the hospital, a clean technique is used for catheter insertion b. Encourage the use of the incentive spirometer every 2 hr c. staying with him while voiding "You may have a continuous sensation of needing to void even though you have a catheter. Which of the following action should the nurse take? A nurse has auscultated the abdomen in all four quadrants for 5 minutes and has not heard any bowel sounds. Lower the solution after instilling about 150 mL of solution. B. The nurse is caring for a client who has returned from gastric resection surgery with an indwelling nasogastric tube. Report the onset of bright red bleeding to the surgeon. A nurse in a provider's office is obtaining a history from a client who is being evaluated for benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). a. Assess the color of the stoma. \end{array} Use between 500-1000 mL of solution. 4 to 5 in The nurse states combination therapy is preferred because: A. different vomiting pathways are blocked. B. Apply lubricant to the anus 2. The client presses the call bell and tells the nurse that about feeling dizzy. 4. "Actually, people's bowel patterns can vary a lot and some people don't tend to go every day." D. Reduce the number of intestinal bacteria, D. Reduce the number of intestinal bacteria, A client has undergone an 8-hour surgical procedure under general anesthesia. A nurse is caring for a client who is 48 hours postoperative following a small bowel resection. Which of the following would the nurse incorporate into the teaching plan for a patient to promote healthy urinary functioning? B. Constipated Excessive laxative use What should the nurse do first? Which task should the nurse delegate to unlicensed assistive personnel (UAP)? A nurse is teaching an older adult client who reports constipation. d. assisting the patient to as normal position as possible to deficate. Which assessment technique would be performed last? A. A, Fleet enema, is hypertonic. C. Cheese A nurse is administering an enema medicated with sodium polystyrene sulfonate (Kayexalate) to an older adult patient who has hyperkalemia. d. secondary constipation, A nurse assesses a client who has a PRN (as-needed) prescription for a small-volume cleansing enema. Which factor is most likely the cause of his UTI? c. Consume a full liquid diet for 12-24 hours. 1. d. Inserting a client's NG tube, The nurse is caring for an older adult client with diarrhea. Calculate the power output of the plant. A nurse is about to administer a tap-water enema when a patient asks what is the purpose. B. b. Which is 1 When the procedure is finished, the nurse notes that the stoma is protruding into the bag. D. Whole grains a. administration of a small-volume enema B. Blackberries b. d. Drink orange juice to stay hydrated through the testing process. D. It controls diarrhea. c. egg yolks a. A. What is the appropriate nursing recommendation for this client? D. Blood-tinged mucus, C. Frequent swallowing and clearing of the throat, A nurse is completing the admission assessment of a client who has a kidney stone. 60-70 g Season foods with herbs and spices. The nurse is selecting antidiarrheal medications for clients with diarrhea. Empty the pouch when it is no more than half full. d. Fecal Retention related to loss of sphincter control, and diminished spinal cord innervation related to hemiparesis. C. Lower the enema fluid container (c) The moving object is 106 times the mass of the stationary object. e. Cucumber. A nurse is providing preoperative teaching for a client who will undergo surgery. A cleansing enema has been ordered for the client to draw water into the bowel. B. Malnutrition A nurse is talking with a client who reports constipation. All steps must be used.) Select all that apply. a. a. provides an outlet for diarrhea to be funneled into a collection unit B. Diaphoresis a. 2. D. Apply barrier cream, A. A nurse is planning care for a client to prevent postoperative atelectasis. Assisting him in assuming his normal voiding position A nurse is providing teaching to an older adult client who has constipation. A nurse is collecting a stool specimen of a client suspected of having Clostridium difficile. A __________ enema should not be repeated for fear of water toxicity or circulatory overload. a. Celiac disease. prior to the enema. c. dark brown b. d. Attempt to irrigate the NG tube with water or normal saline. D. Administer an antidiarrheal medication 3 hr. a. Encourage client to heed defecation warning signs and develop a regular schedule of defecation by using a stimulus such as a warm drink or prune juice. The nurse needs to collect a stool specimen for culture from a client. b. chicken Select all that apply. Which of the following statements should the nurse include in the teaching? False, The nurse is caring for a client who reports constipation and is presently in the bathroom attempting to have a bowel movement. The nurse anticipates which of the following orders when notifying the provider of this finding? b. d. soap and water, What is the most common type of colostomy that needs to be irrigated to help promote regular evacuation of feces? Statistics and Incidences. Clients should be taught that repeatedly ignoring the sensation of needing to defecate could result in which of the following? b. A nurse is testing a client's stool specimen for occult blood. use honey on toast. 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? Ensure that the client fasts 6 to 12 hours before the test as per policy. Instruct client on normal bowel function and the necessity of fluid, fiber, and activity in a bowel program. During the assessment, the nurse notices the stoma is pale. c. Assist the client to the commode or toilet to attempt a bowel movement prior to administering the enema. Place the stool specimen collection container in a biohazard bag. Report the onset of bright red bleeding to the surgeon. 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. What is the best response by the nurse? b. b. Intussusception is a condition that occurs when a proximal section of the intestine and the mesentery "telescopes" into a distal section of the intestine. c. far enough to still visualize the end of the suppository "The client expresses interest in learning self-care." Which nursing actions are appropriate when irrigating an NG tube connected to suction? The nurse is administering a rectal suppository. Nursing. b. The nurse should insert the tip of the rectal tube? This type of enema should be avoided in ___________ and ________________. Heart rate of 88 beats/min A nurse is administering a large-volume cleansing enema to a patient prior to surgery. A nurse who is planning menus for a client in a long-term care facility takes into consideration the effects of foods and fluids on bowel elimination. The incidence of constipation tends to be high among clients who follow which diet? A nurse is performing digital removal of stool on a patient with a fecal impaction. A patient with IBS Excessive laxative use A nurse is caring for an older adult who has constipation. C. "You will be instructed to limit your fluid intake after the procedure." b. Temperature of 99F (37.2C) c. oil Me molestaba que Carlos y Miguel no BLANK (venir) a visitarme. c. Clamp the tube for a brief period and resume at a slower rate. Hypertonic solutions, such as sodium phosphate, pull fluid from the interstitial space into the colon. c. The catheter is inserted 2" to 3" into to meatus Using your knowledge of the given term and its correct spelling, write a brief sentence for the term as it might appear in patient documentation. Ignoring the urge to defecate. a. a. 4. 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. Children in the United States experience, on average, 1.3-2.3 episodes of diarrhea each year. The nurse identifies a patient with immobility is at risk for the development of urolithiasis. A nurse on a medical-surgical unit is caring for four clients who are 24 to 36 hr postoperative. what? C. Refined cereals Ignoring the urge to defecate C. Inadequate fluid intake D. Increased fiber in the diet E. Increased activity; ANS: Excessive laxative use. a. A nurse is documenting the eating habits of a client who wants to include more fiber in the diet. d. "The client agrees to take prescribed antidepressants." a. B. b. Type 2 diabetes Which guideline is recommended for this procedure? Encourage the use of the incentive spirometer every 2 hr Green When the nurse discusses dietary changes that can help prevent constipation, which of the following foods should the nurse recommend? Cool the container holding the solution. d. Palpation, The nurse is assisting an older adult client into position for a sigmoidoscopy. Which is an effect of prolonged use of mineral oil to relieve constipation? At least 30 mins, or as long as they can hold it. Results may be altered if a sample is left standing at room temperature for a long time. "I will have a flexible endoscopic exam done every 5 years." Attach a syringe and flush with 50 mL of water or normal saline before removal. Is it okay to still do the test?" Which action performed by the student would indicate to nurse faculty that further instruction is needed? Which of the following actions should the nurse take when collecting the specimen? c. A heightened risk that the stoma will prolapse C. It empties the bowel. D. Administer antibiotic therapy The client has a nasogastric tube connected to suction. The nurse is assessing a client for constipation. b. Which of the following adverse effects of calcium should the nurse suspect when the client reports having flank pain? Which of the following foods should be included as sources of fiber? a. water An episode of diarrhea A client has a PRN prescription for ondansetron (Zofran). d. The appliance will fit securely to the client's skin. Which of the following should the nurse recommend? B. Peroxide Fresh fruit & whole wheat toast 49. C. Inadequate fluid intake What result would contraindicate the safe administration of an enema? c. black The bond matures in 15 years. a. What important information should be included in the teaching? A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who is experiencing preterm labor and has a new prescription for nifedipine. A. d. softens and facilitates the removal of intestinal polyps, The student nurse is preparing a presentation on how to perform a physical assessment on the abdomen. Handling the specimen B. a. c. Bleeding in the gastrointestinal tract Select all that apply. The nurse is evaluating stool characteristics of an adult client. Which action should the nurse perform during this intervention? Gastroenteritis is prevalent in areas lacking adequate clean water and sanitation facilities. A. d. The client repeatedly ignores the urge to defecate. Select all that apply. Ignoring the urge to defecate C. Inadequate fluid intake D. Increased fiber in the diet E. Increased activity ANS: Excessive laxative use. A sterile specimen is required for collection. c. After applying the ostomy pouch, lie flat in the prone position for 10 to 15 minutes to facilitate adhesion. How many grams should be in the daily diet? C. Use water-soluble jelly for lubrication. A. The health care provider ordered the following tests: (a) barium enema, (b) fecal occult blood test, (c) endoscopic studies, and (d) upper gastrointestinal series. C. Place client on left side with right leg flexed What is the difference between a one-piece and two-piece pouching system? During the aging or wearout period, the deterioration of a machine usually c. Before removing the tube, discontinue suction and separate the tube from suction. Which of the following statements should the nurse include? The health care provider prescribes a large-volume cleansing enema for a client. A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client that reports having constipation. Gently pressure the barrier for 1 to 2 mins. A nurse is teaching an older adult client who reports constipation. The nurse explains that the client will wear antiembolism stockings during and after the procedure. c. Encouraging a generous fluid intake if not contraindicated by the patient's condition. A nurse is caring for a client who has deep vein thrombosis and has been on heparin continuous infusion for 5 days. Which of the following information should the nurse include in the teaching? C. Inadequate fluid intake. Replace legumes with broiled meats. C. Constipation If the specimen contains barium or enema solution, document this on the container. c. large-volume cleansing enema with oil D. Decrease fluid intake while increasing fiber. c. Visible waves of abdominal peristalsis This type contains digestive enzymes and acids that cause skin irritation, extra care is required to keep waste materials from contacting the abdominal surface. d. "If you are having a light flow or spotting then you can perform the test. Regular use of a laxative b. B. D. Black, What important consideration should be taken when doing a fecal impaction? (Select all that apply) A. ", 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. The nurse is administering a cleansing enema when the client reports cramping. a. B. "That's correct, but be sure that you don't increase your laxative doses over time." B. Flat in bed, with the head in alignment with the body b. use milk instead of water and recipes. When was your last bowel movement? Which examples correctly describe these effects? c. Remove the NG tube and replace it with a larger-bore tube, as ordered. b. A risk that the peristomal skin will become excoriated Renal stones A nurse is providing care for four clients on a medical surgical unit. When the nurse discusses dietary changes that can help prevent constipation, which of the following foods should the nurse recommend? e. administration of enemas until clear, A physician orders an enema to effect rapid colonic emptying in a client who is experiencing severe abdominal cramping due to constipation. b. The surgeon has prescribed morphine 4mg IV bolus every 6 hours as needed. 3. urinary elimination C. Administer the enema while the patient sits on the toilet. The nurse responds with? Which of the following should the nurse discuss as cause of constipation? b. tap water a. C. Ipratropium (Atrovent) A nurse is teaching a client who has chronic pain about avoiding constipation from opioid medications. "This happens when you bear down causing an increase in blood volume to the heart and resulting in your heart rate becoming too rapid." 1. Which type of enema should the nurse administer? B. B. Hypotonic; Tap Water Which are responsibilities of the nurse for this testing? Drink four to five glasses of water daily C. Causes distention of the intestines b. Constipation A. C. Instill warm mineral oil into the rectum b. Warm the enema to prevent constipation Facilitate a more private setting, such as assisting the client to a bathroom. (Select all that apply.) c. "Most older adults only have a bowel movement every 2 to 3 days, actually, so I'd encourage you to taper off your laxatives." During an assessment, the nurse suspects a male client is experiencing benign prostatic hyperplasia. Normal Saline d. Caffeine- containing beverages should be monitored to prevent excess intake. D. Fleet. E. Hold the enema solution 12 inches above the anus. D. Depression Which finding indicates that the client needs further assessment in the postanesthesia care unit? A. Dehydrated For the program to be effective the client should be taken to the bathroom at which of the following times? C. Do you use anything to help you defecate? a. 5 A nurse is teaching a client about the use of an incentive spirometer. d. Anthelmintic, When assessing an elderly client for constipation, the nurse learns that the client uses mineral oil daily to relieve constipation. Red meats will decrease symptoms of nausea. b. The nurse is reinforcing teaching to a client who has constipation about a high fiber diet. b. Mrs. Lonte tells you she is hungary E. Encourage the patient to rock back and forth while defecating, A. Excessive laxative use B. D. Regular use of glycerine suppositories, C. Increase cellulose and fluid in the diet. c. a client with a urinary tract infection What would be the nurse's first action in this situation? A student nurse is preparing to administer a client's ordered large-volume enema. Diarrhea The proximal stoma, which is functional, diverts feces to the abdominal wall. 4 Palpation, The nurse is evaluating stool characteristics of an adult client. b. A. Povidone-iodine B. Adhesive tape C. Latex D. Anesthetics. The stoma is typically located on the lower left quadrant of the abdomen, and the output is formed. 1. Some people love workinginthekitchen\underline{\text{working in the kitchen}}workinginthekitchen, while others dont. D. Review the pain scale, B. D. Soap Suds Enema, A nurse is caring for a patient with a intestinal stoma. The nurse explains that the patient should try to retain the instilled oil for? What should be the nurse's next action? Place the assessment steps in the correct order. d. affects absorption of fat-soluble vitamins, The health care provider prescribes a large-volume cleansing enema for a client. The client asks the nurse why both anticoagulants are necessary. d. Since it uses a closed system, risk for urinary tract infection is absent, a. a. A. Which nursing action is correctly performed when administering an oil-retention enema for this patient? "You will be on bed rest for the first 2 days after the procedure." C. Pale, cool extremities a. . Demonstrate the class d. ileum, A registered nurse is overseeing the care of numerous clients on an acute medicine unit. A client who has peripheral edema C. No purpose 3 Auscultation D. Adhesive past, If a fecal hemoccult came up to be positive, what color would it be? A nurse is teaching a client who has hypertension about decreasing sodium intake. A nurse is caring for a client who has deep vein thrombosis and has been on heparin continuous infusion for 5 days. C. Brain trauma A. A. 2 Percussion B. Choose from the available options the most suitable response: c. The student had the client flex the knees when performing the assessment. E. Urinary incontinence, A nurse is instructing a client who is scheduled for a transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP) about his postoperative care. On which body system is the patient experiencing symptoms that supports the nurse's suspicions? C. 500 to 750 mL c. "The client is willing to look at the stoma." 3. urinary elimination Mrs. Lonte is ordered a clear liquid diet for breakfast, to advance to a house diet as tolerated. D. Abdominal pain, Which enema would be used for fecal impaction? B. Untape the tube periodically c. "Do you use laxatives?" 4. peripheral vascular function. A. Kosher roast beef and ice cream with a driver program. B. Prune Juice During the procedure the patient tells the nurse she is feeling dizzy and nauseated, and then vomits. D. Citrus fruits. Strain all urine. A. A. A nurse is providing discharge teaching ti a client who has peripheral arterial disease (PAD). __________: The output is typically liquid to semi-liquid and is very irritating to the surrounding skin. The nurse would anticipate which course of action in response to the client's diarrhea? Which of the following foods should the nurse instruct the client to avoid? The nurse is teaching a client with diarrhea about dietary management. Provide perineal care after each stool "It is important that you discontinue this type of treatment immediately." b. light brown c. Carminative Which of the following foods should beincluded as sources of fiber? "Bowel sounds auscultated. 3 in (7.5 cm) Once the enema solution is introduced, the patient reports severe cramping. a. Oil-retention A patient with the diagnosis of diverticulosis is advised to eat a diet high in fiber. a. to promote optimal overall health by removing built-up toxins What action would the nurse perform next? A) bear down when defecating B) drink 4 to 5 glasses of water daily C) increase dietary intake of raw vegetables D) limit activity \C) increase dietary intake of raw vegetables The client should increase dietary intake of raw vegetables to provide . Increase dietary intake of raw vegetables Limit activity CONTINUE Previous question Next question Which of the following strategies should the nurse instruct the patient to use for maximal adherence? d. Caffeine- containing beverages should be monitored to prevent excess intake. d. The client eats five to six small meals per day. After removing the pouch, which of the following should the nurse do first? ", A. b. pulling curtains around him to provide privacy during voiding Turn off the suction for 30 minutes and then turn it on again. Position the bed flat and assist the client onto his or her left side. If the underlined word group in each of the following sentences is a phrase, write phrase on the line. This medication might cause your face to be flushed A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who requests hydrotherapy for pain management during labor. b. A. Alcohol and coffee tend to have a constipating effect on clients. b. ice cream with lunch and dinner C. This position allows the solution to flow downward by gravity along the curve of the sigmoid colon and rectum, thus improving the effectiveness of the enema. C. Inadequate fluid intake. A. c. mineral oil B. Consume 1/2 cup of bran daily. A nurse is caring for a client with primary constipation. The client has a daily fluid intake of 2,000 to 3,000 mL. 3. Select all that apply. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include in the teaching? A nurse is reinforcing teaching a client who has peptic ulcer disease and is starting therapy with sucralfate. Bear down hard when defecating Place the enema 12-18 inches above the anus Which statement about ostomy irrigation is true? 2. A nurse needs to administer a hypertonic enema solution to the client. Adds water to the bowel Write a template that will create a static queue of any data type. d. Allow the low intermittent suction to continue during the assessment of bowel sounds. When reviewing data collection on a client with constipation, which factor identified by the nurse might suggest the causative factor? Then, rewrite them to make them more effective. Which is the correct order in which the tests would normally be performed? c. Emptying a client's ileostomy appliance B. 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. Inaudible bowel sounds.". A nurse prepares to assist a patient with a newly created ileostomy. The client drinks 8 glasses of fluid daily. b. D. Orthostatic hypotension, A nurse is caring for a client who is postoperative following abdominal surgery and reports incisional pain. C. Hiccups ____________________ Refrigerators and storage cabinets will be able to order foodstuffs online beforethecookknows\underline{\text{before the cook knows}}beforethecookknows the supply is low. This position is more comfortable for the patient. What is the appropriate nursing action? Which laxative would be contraindicated for this patient? A nurse is preparing a hospitalized patient for a colonoscopy. f. shrimp. B. Hematest-positive nasogastric tube drainage 3. (Select all that apply) A. A Alcohol b. soap c. Refrain from eating red meat 3 days before testing. C. Leave the skin on when eating fruit. Which of the following statements by the client indicates the nurse should plan follow-up teaching on a low-cholesterol diet? d. A cleaning- catch midstream specimen is necessary. C. Lotions Which interventions would be a priority for this patient? B. C. Reposition the client every 2 hr Requirement for verbal stimuli to awaken d. Clients experiencing flatulence should avoid gas-producing foods such as cauliflower and onions. b. just past the opening of the anus E. Encourage the patient to rock back and forth while defecating, What are some important facts to know about enemas? c. Most clients will not consent to have digital removal of stool. a. Lettuce c. a diet lacking in meat and poultry products Select all that apply. a. Select a bag with an appropriate size stomal opening b. __________: two separate stomas are created. A nurse is reinforcing teaching about reliable sources of vitamin B 12 with a client who is pregnant. A nurse is teaching a client who has angina and is new . What outcome does the nurse identify that will be optimal for this client? b. B. b. Hypertonic c. Clients with food intolerances may experience altered bowel elimination. An older adult client is in the hospital following an intestinal diversion with an ileostomy on the right upper quadrant and a mucous fistula. A. Isotonic; Normal Saline A nurse is caring for a patient who is to perform a fecal occult testing at home. Pain at the surgical site a. decreases Bear down hard when defecating Drink four to five glasses of water daily. d. Draw up 60 mL of saline solution (or amount indicated in the order or policy) into syringe. Instruct to splint incision when coughing and deep breathing Adjust the thermostat so that the environment is warm. 30MJkg1, .) C. Increase cellulose and fluid in the diet 25. Results may be altered if a sample is left standing at room temperature for a long time. d. Cantaloupe c. "This test will show if you have an infection in the bowel." 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. The nurse should anticipate a prescription for which of the following medications? The parent asks if the specimen for testing can be collected from the child's diaper. a. Gently work the finger around and into the hardened mass to break it up and then remove pieces of it. Help the client into a Sims' position. Digital removal of stool may cause parasympathetic stimulation. (Select all that apply). Intussusception d. 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