Which surgical procedure involves removal of the colon, rectum, and anus with surgical closure of the anus?
a. Restorative proctolectomy with oleo pouch-anal anastomosis (RPC-IPAA)
b. Natural orifice transluminal endoscopic surgery (NOTES)
c. Sigmoid colostomy
d. Total proctocolectomy with a permanent ileostomy
Answer: d. Total proctocolectomy with a permanent ileostomy
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Trace a drop of blood through the fetal circulation using the structures provided
_____ Aorta _____ Ductus arteriosus _____ Ductus venosus _____ Foramen ovale _____ Head and extremities _____ Left ventricle _____ Right atrium _____ Superior vena cava
The client has epilepsy and is prescribed phenytoin (Dilantin). The client has been seizure free and asks the nurse why he still needs blood tests when he is not having seizures. Which response by the nurse is the most appropriate?
1. "Dilantin can cause blood thinning in some people." 2. "There is a narrow range between a helpful dose of this medication and a dose that could make you feel sicker." 3. "Dilantin tends to lower blood levels of potassium." 4. "This medication can cause a severe skin reaction called Steven–Johnson syndrome if doses are too high."
An acceptable level of emissions or a maximum contaminant level allowed is an example of which of the following environmental protection strategies?
1. Controlling pollution 2. Waste minimization 3. Land use planning 4. Environmental standard
The nurse is teaching a client how to use a cane while rehabilitating from a left leg injury. The nurse should advise this client to place the cane on which side of the body?
What will be an ideal response?