A patient is having difficulty having a bowel movement on the bedpan. What is the physiologic reason for this problem?
A) It is painful to sit on a bedpan.
B) The position does not facilitate downward pressure.
C) The position encourages the Valsalva maneuver.
D) The cause is unknown and requires further study.
B
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A. Duodenum B. Gallbladder C. Liver D. Pancreas
A female patient whose pituitary gland is secreting excessive quantities of prolactin due to a malignant tumor may present with:
A) Increase in menstrual flow B) Galactorrhea (excessive or spontaneous flow of milk) C) Hypergonadism D) Decrease in appetite
Individuals taking angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors that decrease blood pressure by increasing sodium and water excretion should be monitored for which of the following possibly related to foods or seasonings consumed?
1. Hyperkalemia 2. Hypercalcemia 3. Hyperphosphatemia 4. Hypermagnesemia
A nurse is teaching the patient and family about wound care. Which technique will the nurse teach to best prevent transmission of pathogens?
a. Wash hands b. Wash wound c. Wear gloves d. Wear eye protection