The nurse is to collect a stool specimen from a client diagnosed with cystic fibrosis. The nurse would expect to see:
1. black, tarry stool.
2. bulky, foul-smelling stool.
3. clay-colored stool.
4. green stool.
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Bulky, foul-smelling stool is characteristic of clients diagnosed with cystic fibrosis as a result of malabsorption. Black, tarry stool can be observed in a client with upper gastrointestinal bleeding. Clay-colored stool can indicate bile obstruction. Green stool may indicate gastrointestinal infection.
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a. hemoglobin of 14.4 g/dL. b. palpitations. c. dyspnea on exertion. d. pallor. e. fatigue.
Convert 8:7 to a percent rounded to nearest tenth: _________
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
The registered nurse on a busy telemetry floor is delegating tasks to an unlicensed assistive personnel member. Which task is appropriate for the unlicensed personnel member to complete?
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