The nurse is caring for a patient with a fecal impaction. Which type of enema will best assist in relieving the fecal impaction?
A. Tap water
B. Normal saline
C. Soap suds
D. Oil retention
Answer: D
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A nurse provides information to a pregnant client with hemorrhoids about measures that will alleviate her discomfort. Which actions does the nurse tell the client to take? Select all that apply.
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A patient with anemia and a nursing diagnosis of activity intolerance due to tissue hypoxia and dyspnea is attempting to increase activity tolerance
If the respiratory rate increases by more than ____________________% from baselines during activity, however, the activity level should be reduced. Fill in the blank with the appropriate word.