A patient on a pediatric unit receives a diagnosis of encopresis without constipation. When planning a diet for this patient, the pediatric nurse will be sure to include plenty of:

A) milk.
B) wheat.
C) cheese.
D) bananas.


B

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Which of the following was the most important intervention the nurse should have implemented to prevent this event? a. Call for someone to bring the sign. b. Show the older man how to use the call bell. c. Provide a urinal and drinking water. d. Instruct the patient to call for help.

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Dilated, bulging esophageal veins are referred to as __________

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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The nurse is caring for a patient with acute pancreatitis demonstrating signs of hypovolemic shock. Which of the following will be included in this patient's plan of care?

1. maintain NPO status 2. monitor and report pulmonary arterial wedge pressure 3. administer anticholinergic medication 4. administer electrolyte replacements as prescribed

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Carry out the necessary calculations in order to administer the required number of tablets to a patient with an order for 0.25 mg of digoxin, which is available in 250-mcg tablets. How many tablets will you administer?

A. 1.5 tablets B. 2 tablets C. 1 tablet D. 0.5 tablet

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