a. A. Eat plenty of raw vegetables before testing. Provide perineal care after each stool c. antibiotic-associated diarrhea. a. Have the client perform self stoma care Which client statement reflects understanding of the purpose of this test? b. removes hardened fecal impactions from the rectum Is it okay to still do the test?" Several U.S. astronauts have had some very close calls in space. b. small-volume cleansing enema with hypotonic solution D. What time of day is your normal bowel movement? c. sigmoid colostomy The nurse first observes the contour of the abdomen, noting any masses, scars, or areas of distention. C. Macaroni and cheese and peas Excessive laxative use c. Children need fewer reminders to drink because of greater thirst sensitivity Using a diet that is low in bulk B. a. C. Increase dietary intake of raw vegetables Use between 500-1000 mL of solution. d. "This is good to help bowels move.". A. b. Patient complains of black stool. a. C. Lower the enema fluid container It drains the bladder. c. Hemoglobin of 11.1 g/dL (111.00 g/L) "This test detects heme, a type of iron compound in blood in the stool." Apply lubricant to the anus A nurse is assessing the fetal heart rate for a client who is at 38 weeks of gestation. Which part of this plan could create stress for Mr. Bales and possible increase his inability to urinate? Select all that apply. The surgeon has prescribed morphine 4mg IV bolus every 6 hours as needed. A. Which type of solution would be best suited to this client's needs? a. Assess the color of the stoma. D. Apple Juice. During the procedure the patient tells the nurse she is feeling dizzy and nauseated, and then vomits. e. Diphenoxylate/atropine have a longer duration of action than loperamide. c. Avoid more than 250 mg The proliferation of Clostridium difficile causes: ", 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. a. For the program to be effective the client should be taken to the bathroom at which of the following times? B. Inflamed and reddened throat Client report of nausea 10 To promote the patient's comfort during the administration of the enema solution, ________ the normal saline solution to ________ prior to administration. a. C. Milk c. Provide a light meal before the test and administer two Fleet enemas. d. Asparagus and turnip, The nurse will gather which type of solution to administer a cleansing enema to a client who needs to have water drawn into the bowel? Choose from the available options the most suitable response: Facilitate a more private setting, such as assisting the client to a bathroom. The nurse identifies a patient with immobility is at risk for the development of urolithiasis. 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. use honey on toast. Which of the following foods should beincluded as sources of fiber? D. Reddened areas over bony prominences, B. Which of the following statements should the nurse include? When a client reports cramping during the administration of a cleansing enema, which nursing action is appropriate? A saline osmotic laxative b. chicken Reassure the patient that this is a normal reaction to the procedure. c. black What are some beverages that increased peristalsis? What should be the nurse's next action? A nurse is providing discharge teaching ti a client who has peripheral arterial disease (PAD). a. Irrigating a client's NG tube d. Clients experiencing flatulence should avoid gas-producing foods such as cauliflower and onions. C. Happiness Identify the sequence of steps the nurse should take to properly administer the enema. A nurse is providing teaching to an older adult client who has constipation. b. b. "The client expresses interest in learning self-care." b. Encourage the use of the incentive spirometer every 2 hr "Bowel sounds auscultated. Which physiological response would be most concerning to someone who had diarrhea? What teaching will the nurse provide? A. Once the enema solution is introduced, the patient reports severe cramping. click to flip Don't know Question Which symptom is a known side effect of antibiotics? "Client may have bowel sounds, but they can't be heard." Select all that apply. (Select all that apply) Planning medical treatment based on test results Warm the enema to prevent constipation a. Hypertonic Adds water to the bowel A nurse needs to administer an enema to a client to lubricate the stool and intestinal mucosa to make stool passage more comfortable. e. Encourage the client to retain the solution. C. Use water-soluble jelly for lubrication. c. far enough to still visualize the end of the suppository a. Which of the following food to the nurse recommending a teaching? e. "The client makes neutral or positive statements about the ostomy. a. Urinary retention 4. d. Skin turgor response of 6 seconds, The nurse has presented an educational in-service about caring for clients who have newly created ostomies. Which food will the nurse recommend that the client consume? A. b. a. A nurse is caring for a client who is postoperative and is at risk for developing venous thromboembolism (VTE). A. The nurse is assessing a client for constipation. A. Red A nurse is testing a client's stool specimen for occult blood. b. This position is more comfortable for the patient. Excessive laxative use A. \text { ichthy/o } & \text { seb/o } & \text {-graft } & \text {-rrhea } & \\ a. The close proximity of the male genitalia to the rectum A nurse is caring for a patient who has an NG tube in place for gastric decompression. An episode of diarrhea A client has a PRN prescription for ondansetron (Zofran). Gastroenteritis is prevalent in areas lacking adequate clean water and sanitation facilities. a. A bowel training program includes which of the following? The stoma of an ______ is typically located in the right lower quadrant. d. A cleaning- catch midstream specimen is necessary. Which of the following information should the nurse include in the teaching? A nurse is assisting with the implementation of a bowel training program for a client. Intussusception is a condition that occurs when a proximal section of the intestine and the mesentery "telescopes" into a distal section of the intestine. a. Instill digestive enzymes, as ordered. Which type of enema should the nurse administer? c. 5 in (12.5 cm) Which recommended patient teaching points would the nurse stress? The nurse should plan care based on which of the following factors contributing to this postoperative complication? D. Cancer, Which enema is the safest to use for any patient? Temperature of 99F (37.2C) Irrigate all catheters with sterile normal saline. Type 2 diabetes Which teaching will the nurse include? c. Most clients will not consent to have digital removal of stool. a. Administer the solution gradually over 5 to 10 minutes. How would this be documented? Which of the following is a true statement about the effects of medication on bowel elimination? a. The nurse needs to collect a stool specimen for culture from a client. c. medications being taken Of the information below, which is least important for the evaluation process? The client has a nasogastric tube connected to suction. ____________________ Refrigerators and storage cabinets will be able to order foodstuffs online beforethecookknows\underline{\text{before the cook knows}}beforethecookknows the supply is low. A client who has a BMI of 28 A nurse is giving a large-volume enema to a client who winces in pain and complains of severe cramping. Notify the primary care provider that the stoma is prolapsed. C. Hypertonic; Fleet's Then, rewrite them to make them more effective. c. Inspection c. Refrain from eating red meat 3 days before testing. c. Iron supplements - With a one-piece system, the pouch and skin barrier are permanently attached; with a two-piece system, the pouch may be detached while the skin barrier remains around the stoma. d. "How often do you move your bowels?" C. It empties the bowel. f. shrimp. A student nurse is preparing to administer a client's ordered large-volume enema. c. Mrs. Lonte's abdomen is soft, nondistened, with bowel sounds 20-30 g. While reading a client's history, the nurse notes that a client has a colostomy. A. Dehydrated Which of the following adverse effects of calcium should the nurse suspect when the client reports having flank pain? Do you take Pepto-Bismol? A. 1-2 in C. 6-8 in c. increases the volume of the stool, making defecation easier d. a turkey sandwich with whole-grain bread Appendicitis Inaudible bowel sounds.". C. Discuss the visitation policy A. b. Strawberries C. No purpose Provide perineal care after each stool a. d. Caffeine- containing beverages should be monitored to prevent excess intake. d. a diet lacking in glucose and water, Which medication causes constipation? Which of the following information should the nurse include in the teaching? The container and gas are in equilibrium at 12.0C12.0^{\circ} \mathrm{C}12.0C. A nurse is preparing to administer an oil-retention enema to a patient who has constipation. Label and secure all catheters, tubes, and drains. 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, What is the fluid amounts for large-volume enemas? What important information should be included in the teaching? 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. d. Choose bland foods, such as cottage cheese. What are some factors than can affect bowel elimination? d. Drink orange and grapefruit juice. A client who is constipated should eat eggs and pasta to relieve the condition. B. b. Which guideline is recommended in this procedure? d. "Is the stool difficult to pass?" All steps must be used.) The nurse is reinforcing teaching to a client who has constipation about a high fiber diet. D. Apply barrier cream, A. c. soap and water a. causes periodic bleeding and tissue trauma (d) The stationary object is 106 times the mass of the moving object. Which of the following should the nurse discuss as causes of constipation? C. Administer the enema while the patient sits on the toilet. Heart rate of 88 beats/min e. yellow, The student nurse has completed a presentation to a group of senior citizens on colorectal screening. a. administration of an antidiarrheal drug and continuance of the amoxicillin How far will the nurse insert the suppository? 60-70 g d. until the client reports feelings of discomfort. If the underlined word group in each of the following sentences is a phrase, write phrase on the line. A nurse is providing teaching to a client who has a new colostomy about proper care. 1. skin integrity For some clients, regularly scheduled colostomy irrigation can be used to establish a predictable pattern of elimination. Having Ms. young ignore the urge to void until her bladder is full Assist the client to a 30- to 45-degree position, unless this is contraindicated. b. What are some foods that could cause blockage in a colostomy? This type contains digestive enzymes and acids that cause skin irritation, extra care is required to keep waste materials from contacting the abdominal surface. B. Squatting c. The external meatus requirements cleaning with antiseptic soap and water before voiding __________: two separate stomas are created. Which type of solution does the nurse gather? _________: is typically created as an emergency procedure to relieve an intestinal obstruction or perforation. E. Assist with early ambulation, A client is being prepared for gastrointestinal surgery and undergoes a bowel preparation. c. "I will have a fecal occult blood test done every 5 years." c. Lower the solution container and check the temperature and flow rate. Which of the following adverse effects of calcium should the nurse suspect when the client reports having flank pain? Cream of wheat d. Mrs. Lonte reports fullness and diarrhea after breakfast. Blood pressure 4 to 5 in An older adult client is in the hospital following an intestinal diversion with an ileostomy on the right upper quadrant and a mucous fistula. False, The nurse is caring for a client who reports constipation and is presently in the bathroom attempting to have a bowel movement. Which color stool does the nurse identify as abnormal? "I eat two eggs for breakfast each morning. A student nurse studying human anatomy knows that a structure of the large intestine is the: B. Weakens the muscles and the natural ability to defecate During the aging or wearout period, the deterioration of a machine usually Select all that apply. (a) The moving object is twice the mass of the stationary object. D. Decrease insoluble fiber intake. d. lentils d. chocolate, A client is preparing for a fecal occult blood test. A nurse is talking w/a client who reports constipation. What is a recommended intervention? A nurse is obtaining health history from a young adult patient who has a colostomy. Administer cough suppressant medication as needed. 1. Which actions must the nurse perform? C. Mineral Oil A nurse assesses the stool of patients who are experiencing gastrointestinal problems. c. using a warm bedpan when Ms. Young feels the urge to void The interest rate in the marketplace is 6% per year, compounded quarterly. a. Overall, acute gastroenteritis accounts for than 1.5 million outpatient visits, 220,000 hospitalizations, and direct costs of more . a. A. f. Ordering the test. d. Refrigerate the specimen until it is cooled before sending it to the laboratory. b. increase in the client's dietary fiber and continued administration of amoxicillin B. Constipated b. just past the opening of the anus b. Administer a PRN dose of laxative to the client to collect new sample. Select all that apply. What is the best response by the nurse? The nurse should anticipate a prescription for which of the following medications? 1. Maintenance of good posture c. Encouraging a generous fluid intake if not contraindicated by the patient's condition. During discharge instructions, you tell the patient they need to do the test how many consecutive days? On which body system is the patient experiencing symptoms that supports the nurse's suspicions? A nurse is planning to collect a stool specimen for ova and parasites from a client who has diarrhea. A nurse is teaching an older adult client who reports constipation. 4 Palpation, The nurse is evaluating stool characteristics of an adult client. Assume that a file containing a series of integers is named numbers.txt and exists on the Digital removal of stool may cause parasympathetic stimulation. Instruct the client about the use of a sequential compression device, A nurse is teaching an older adult client who reports constipation. The nurse asks participants, "How will you know when a client begins to accept the altered body image?" What is the present worth of a $50,000 debenture bond that has a bond coupon rate of 8% per year, payable quarterly? e. Cucumber. d. Left lateral, A client with no significant medical history reports experiencing diarrhea over the past week. Which data collection finding, if observed by the nurse, would confirm the nurse's suspicion? d. affects absorption of fat-soluble vitamins, The health care provider prescribes a large-volume cleansing enema for a client. (Select all that apply.) Having Ms. young ignore the urge to void until her bladder is full. A nurse is caring for a client who is at 20 weeks of gestation and reports constipation. B. b. ascending colostomy D. Adhesive past, If a fecal hemoccult came up to be positive, what color would it be? C. Increase exercise activity. 1. A. a. Fecal impaction It is used to relieve flatulence. d. Reinstruct the client on use of collection container for next bowel movement. The healthy adult should drink four to six 8-ounce glasses of water per day. A nurse is administering a cleansing enema to a client who is scheduled for a diagnostic procedure. Place the assessment steps in the correct order. B. Squatting c. mineral oil a. 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. d. The client repeatedly ignores the urge to defecate. c. Fish and dried lentils B. The incidence of constipation tends to be high among clients who follow which diet? Which statement by a participant suggests a need for further education? Which of the following should the nurse discuss as causes of constipation? a. "You may have a continuous sensation of needing to void even though you have a catheter." Then calculate the velocity of each object after the collision for each situation. a. Nurses find the procedure distasteful and difficult to perform. A client who is postoperative Day 1 has rung the call light twice during the nurse's shift in order to request assistance transferring to a bedside commode. The patient states "Something just isn't right". Disconnect the nasogastric tube from suction during the assessment of bowel sounds. a. Yogurt and buttermilk B. c. Electrolyte imbalances C. Immediately before meals. A nurse is teaching a client who has constipation about a high-fiber diet. A. Macaroni and cheese B. Include more protein in the diet to increase fiber and decrease gas. c. Right lateral a. A nurse prepares to assist a patient with a newly created ileostomy. 2. Older adults should peel fruits before eating. C. the risk of constipation is decreased. The nurse is teaching a patient regarding administration of antiemetic medications. The client will walk for 30min 5 days a week. Replace legumes with broiled meats. Reduce sodium intake. d. normal saline. b. retention The nurse anticipates which of the following orders when notifying the provider of this finding? B. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first? Which of the following foods should be included as sources of fiber? Sit on the toilet 30 minutes after eating a meal. b. Which examples correctly describe these effects? "This happens when you bear down causing an increase in blood volume to the heart and resulting in your heart rate becoming too rapid." b. A nurse is teaching a patient how to apply an extended-wear skin barrier. Two objects undergo an elastic head-on collision in one dimension, with one object initially at rest and the other moving at 12m/s[E]12 \mathrm{~m} / \mathrm{s}[\mathrm{E}]12m/s[E]. C. A client who has a waist circumference of 81.3cm (32in). C. Provide the client a high vitamin C diet. 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. Empty the pouch when it is no more than half full. B. 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. The client asks the nurse why both anticoagulants are necessary. f. Clients who are constipated should eat more fruits and vegetables. Example phrase\underline{\color{#c34632}{phrase}}phrase 1. C. Do you use anything to help you defecate? Bowel not functioning." Excessive laxative use B. B. Heartburn C. Increase exercise activity . D. Administer fluid. a. Ignoring the urge to defecate. Select all that apply. A nurse is collecting a stool specimen of a client suspected of having Clostridium difficile. "Actually, people's bowel patterns can vary a lot and some people don't tend to go every day." CombiningFormsSuffixesPrefixesderm/omyc/o-al-osisan-dermat/opy/o-cyte-pathyhomo-hidr/oscler/o-derma-plastyhypo-ichthy/oseb/o-graft-rrheakerat/otrich/o-iclip/oxer/o-logistmelan/o-oma\begin{array}{lllll} 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? b. mineral oil How should the nurse best respond to this client's statement? d. Anthelmintic, When assessing an elderly client for constipation, the nurse learns that the client uses mineral oil daily to relieve constipation. A. Which of the following interventions should the nurse include in the plan of care? A. Cathartics What solution best meets this client's needs? The patient reports frequent episodes of loose stools over the last month, but has no signs of infection or bowel obstruction. c. "This test will show if you have an infection in the bowel." A nurse is teaching an older adult client who reports constipation. The bowel wall is stretched which stimulates peristalsis, B. b. C. Fleet's Which of the following statements by the client indicates the nurse should plan follow-up teaching on a low-cholesterol diet? C. Cheese c. Increase in dietary fiber can decrease peristalsis. b. E. Breast Milk, A. Cathartics A. d. water, soap, A nurse is caring for a client with constipation. Which of the following statements should the nurse make? In which patients would diarrhea be a possible finding? A nurse is caring for a client with an NG tube attached to continuous suction. The nurse observes that the tube is connected to the wall suction, but it is not draining. Insert the tip of the tubing 8 cm (3.1 cm). A. What is the appropriate nursing action? "Do you use anything to help move your bowels?" d. "There may be an issue with your colon that is causing these type of symptoms. Which of the following should the nurse discuss as causes of constipation? "Eating yogurt can help decrease the amount of gas that I have." Pain at the surgical site "That's correct, but be sure that you don't increase your laxative doses over time." c. Bowel Incontinence related to loss of sphincter control, as evidenced by inability to delay the urge to defecate c. 20-30 g A. E. Urinary incontinence, B. 3 Auscultation a. Place the client in a protective supine position to facilitate easy removal. Remaining cards (76) Know retry shuffle restart 0:04 Flashcards Matching Snowman Crossword Type In Quiz Test StudyStack Study Table Bug Match computers disk. The client asks the nurse why both anticoagulants are necessary. A nurse is administering a large-volume cleansing enema to a patient prior to surgery. Client/Family Teaching Nursing care plans For Constipation. The surgeon informed the patient that his entire large intestine and rectum will be removed. d. Infection, For which patient would a nurse expect the primary care provider to order colostomy irrigation? Ignoring the urge to defecate C. Inadequate fluid intake D. Increased fiber in the diet E. Increased activity; ANS: Excessive laxative use. a. Ensure that the client fasts 6 to 12 hours before the test as per policy. c. dark brown a. iatrogenic constipation D. 250 to 300 mL, When an enema is instill what happens? a. The patient is nauseated, vomits clear fluid, and voids pink urine. The client drinks 8 glasses of fluid daily. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include in the teaching? b. Escherichia coli diarrhea. What is the most important nursing action in the care of this client? d. administration of a large-volume enema a. Determine cause (medication, infection, impaction) A client who has protein calorie malnutrition. B. (Select all that apply) Monitor urine pH. Frequent urinary tract infections a. A nurse is caring for who reports an area of redness, warmth, tenderness, and pain in the right calf. B. Untape the tube periodically d. removes hardened fecal impactions from the rectum. Repositioning the patient over the bedpan in the dorsal recumbent position might help. Turn off the suction for 30 minutes and then turn it on again. Consume foods that are low in fiber content. b. E. Urinary incontinence, A nurse is instructing a client who is scheduled for a transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP) about his postoperative care. Reassure the patient that this is a normal finding with a new ostomy. c. egg yolks What is likely to cause electrolyte abnormality? Red meats will decrease symptoms of nausea. Collect 15 to 30 mL of the client's liquid stool. Select all that apply. In the hospital, a clean technique is used for catheter insertion a. a diet lacking in fruits and vegetables Teach the client how to use the PCA pump 3. urinary elimination C. Absent urine output for 2 hr "You may have a continuous sensation of needing to void even though you have a catheter. Collect stool and send to laboratory for culture per regular protocol. b. Assessing a client's GI system D. Kosher chicken breast and boiled potatoes. c. The client consumes large qualities of fresh vegetables. Which of the following is an expected finding? b. Percussion B. In which patients would a nurse expect to find decreased or absent bowel sounds after listening for 5 minutes? B. A. D. Place a warm washcloth against the perianal area A nurse is providing preoperative teaching for a client who is scheduled for a gastrectomy. The nurse is replacing a client's ileostomy appliance and has identified that the diameter of the stoma is 3.5 cm. D. Decrease fluid intake while increasing fiber. a. Frequent urinary tract infections Drink four to five glasses of water daily E. Increase fluid intake to 3 L/day. Which of the following is an appropriate nursing to promote regular bowel habits? a. B. A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client that reports having constipation. Nursing questions and answers. C. Respiratory rate 5 A nurse is teaching a client about the use of an incentive spirometer. Estimate the rate at which thermal energy is being discarded by this plant. "What are your normal bowel habits?" How often are your bowel movements? A. (b) How much time will elapse before it returns to its starting point? Place the stool specimen collection container in a biohazard bag. At least 30 mins, or as long as they can hold it. A risk that the peristomal skin will become excoriated With this ostomy, the patient has no voluntary control of bowel movements. This position allow for ease of access. a. b. Mrs. Lonte tells you she is hungary A. 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