Explain how the stool volume expander, water, and high-fiber diet could possibly have helped prevent this surgery
The high-fiber diet along with the stool volume expander would increase the bulk (with adequate water) of the waste material and cause a decrease in luminal pressure, thus allowing the diverticula to relax. The increased bulk would cause increased passage through the intestines, allowing less time for bacterial by-products of digestion.
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The nurse has identified the nursing diagnosis of sexual dysfunction for a client. Which of the following would be a related factor for this diagnosis?
a. Lack of significant other b. Physical abuse c. Fear of pregnancy d. Lack of privacy
When comparing urban residents and rural residents, nurses working in rural areas should realize that
1. Rural residents are less likely to have chronic diseases because of healthier lifestyles. 2. Rural residents tend to be poorer (more likely to be impoverished). 3. Urban residents are more likely to be very young or elderly. 4. Urban residents are more likely to be uninsured or underinsured. 5. Urban residents have less formal education.
Even though a UAP is available to assist with vital sign assessment, the nurse is going to conduct these assessments himself on which clients?
1. Client complains of chest pain. 2. Client returning from surgery. 3. Prior to administering a medication that affects blood pressure. 4. Client complains of dizziness after ambulating. 5. Client being admitted to the care area.
Which are common signs and symptoms of dehydration? (Select all that apply.)
a. Furrowed tongue b. Decreased intake and output levels c. Bounding pulse rate d. Mental confusion e. Elastic skin turgor