All of the following may contribute to an older patient complaining of constipation except…
a. decreased thirst mechanism
b. changes in peristalsis with age
c. lack of fiber in diet
d. increased physical activity
D
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a. anticholinergic medications b. indwelling catheter to a collection bag c. intermittent self-catheterization of the urinary bladder d. surgery to create a permanent ileal conduit
The nurse is caring for a patient who is having difficulty understanding written and spoken word? The nurse suspects the patient has _____ aphasia
a. Expressive b. Receptive c. Broca's d. Wernicke's
A client asks the nurse if it will be all right to continue sexual relations during her pregnancy. What should the nurse respond?
A) Sexual relations can be safely continued during a normal pregnancy B) Sexual relations are dangerous during pregnancy after three months C) Sexual relations are dangerous for the first two months D) Sexual relations can continue, but she must use a diaphragm
Which of the following is not considered a characteristic or property of a gas?
A. Volume B. Mass C. Pressure D. Particles