The nurse is caring for a patient who is undergoing testing for possible polyps. What diagnostic test may be done to diagnose this type of lesion?
A) Gastric analysis
B) Barium enema
C) Barium swallow
D) Gastroscopy
Ans: B
Feedback: The purpose of the barium enema is to detect the presence of polyps, tumors, and other lesions of the large intestine and to demonstrate any abnormal anatomy or malfunction of the bowel.
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A nurse is caring for multiple clients in a healthcare facility, so chances of infection
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Based on the analysis of the client's atrial fibrillation, the nurse should prepare the client for which treatment protocol?
A) Diuretic therapy. B) Pacemaker implantation. C) Anticoagulation therapy. D) Cardiac catheterization.