For a client having all the following GI tests, which test should the nurse schedule last?
a. Barium swallow
b. Computed tomography scan
c. Flat plate of abdomen
d. Ultrasound
A
Ultrasound, abdominal scan, and colonoscopy, if indicated, should be performed first, because the barium interferes with these tests.
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A) Pulmonary compliance B) Effort of breathing C) Pressure support D) Airway resistance
Mrs. James is 7 months pregnant and states that she has developed a problem with constipation. She eats a well-balanced diet and is usually regular
You should explain that constipation is common during pregnancy because of changes in the colorectal areas, such as: a. decreased movement through the colon and increased water absorption from the stool. b. increased movement through the colon and increased salt taken from foods. c. looser anal sphincter and fewer nutrients taken from foods. d. tighter anal sphincter and less iron elimi-nated in the stool.
A patient at 20 weeks' gestation has not decided on a feeding method for her infant. She asks the nurse for advice. The nurse presents information about the advantages and disadvantages of formula-feeding and breastfeeding
Which statements by the patient indicate that the teaching was successful? 1. "Formula-feeding gives the baby protection from infections." 2. "Breast milk cannot be stored; it has to be thrown away after pumping." 3. "Breastfeeding is more expensive than formula-feeding." 4. "My baby will have a lower risk of food allergies if I breastfeed."
A client is prescribed leuprolide (Lupron) for the treatment of prostate cancer. The nurse describes possible side effects of this medication, including:
Standard Text: Select all that apply. 1. Erectile dysfunction. 2. Low sperm count. 3. Decreased libido. 4. Loss of motivation. 5. Euphoria.