Which of the following diets is most commonly associated with colon cancer? A. Low-fiber, high fat B. Low-fat, high-fiber C. Low-protein, high-carbohydrate D. Low carbohydrate, high protein Correct Answer: A. Low-fiber, high fat A low-fiber, high-fat diet reduces motility and increases the chance of constipation. The metabolic… Read More »
The nurse evaluates the client’s stoma during the initial post-op period. Which of the following observations should be reported immediately to the physician? A. The stoma is slightly edematous. B. The stoma is dark red to purple. C. The stoma oozes a small amount of blood. D. The stoma does not… Read More »
The nurse is reviewing the medication record of a client with acute gastritis. Which medication, if noted on the client’s record, would the nurse question? A. digoxin (Lanoxin) B. indomethacin (Indocin) C. furosemide (Lasix) D. propranolol hydrochloride (Inderal) Correct Answer: B. indomethacin (Indocin) Indomethacin (Indocin) is an… Read More »
Your patient has a retractable gastric peptic ulcer and has had a gastric vagotomy. Which factor increases as a result of vagotomy? A. Peristalsis B. Gastric acidity C. Gastric motility D. Gastric pH Correct Answer: D. Gastric pH If the vagus nerve is cut as it enters… Read More »
Nurse Juvy is caring for a client with cirrhosis of the liver. To minimize the effects of the disorder, the nurse teaches the client about foods that are high in thiamine. The nurse determines that the client has the best understanding of the dietary measures to follow if the client states an intention to increase… Read More »
A male client with a recent history of rectal bleeding is being prepared for a colonoscopy. How should the nurse position the client for this test initially? A. Lying on the right side with legs straight B. Lying on the left side with knees bent C. Prone with the torso elevated … Read More »
You’re caring for a patient with a sigmoid colostomy. The stool from this colostomy is: A. Formed B. Semisolid C. Semiliquid D. Watery Correct Answer: A. Formed A colostomy in the sigmoid colon produces a solid, formed stool. This is the most common type. It is located… Read More »
Which of the following nursing interventions should be implemented to manage a client with appendicitis? A. Assessing pain. B. Encouraging oral intake of clear fluids. C. Providing discharge teaching. D. Assessing for symptoms of peritonitis. Correct Answer: D. Assessing for symptoms of peritonitis The focus of care… Read More »
A 30-year old client experiences weight loss, abdominal distention, crampy abdominal pain, and intermittent diarrhea after the birth of her 2nd child. Diagnostic tests reveal gluten-induced enteropathy. Which foods must she eliminate from her diet permanently? A. Milk and dairy products B. Protein-containing foods C. Cereal grains (except rice and corn) … Read More »
Which of the following symptoms is common with a hiatal hernia? A. Left arm pain B. Lower back pain C. Esophageal reflux D. Abdominal cramping Correct Answer: C. Esophageal reflux Esophageal reflux is a common symptom of a hiatal hernia. This seems to be associated with chronic… Read More »