What is a major goal for a patient with diverticular disease?
A) Absence of complications
B) Abnormal elimination patterns
C) Normal fluid and electrolyte balance
D) Hypovolemia
Ans: A
Feedback: The major goals for the patient may include attainment and maintenance of normal elimination patterns, pain relief, and absence of complications. A major goal would not be abnormal elimination patterns; normal fluid and electrolyte balance, or hypovolemia.
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