The nurse assesses an older postoperative client and determines constipation is an appropriate nursing diagnosis. A goal for this nursing diagnosis is
A) knowing the importance of hydration and activity in regard to constipation.
B) decreasing the frequency of pain medication.
C) evacuating a formed bowel movement at least every 2 days with minimal distress.
D) drinking at least 1,500 ml of noncaffeinated and nonalcoholic beverages each day.
C
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A patient is lying on her left side. Her upper leg is sharply flexed. Her lower arm is behind her. This position is:
a. The supine position b. Fowler's position c. Sims' position d. The prone position
The client receives metformin (Glucophage). What will the best plan by the nurse include with regard to patient education with this drug?
1. It decreases sugar production in the liver. 2. It inhibits absorption of carbohydrates. 3. It stimulates the pancreas to produce more insulin. 4. It reduces insulin resistance. 5. It increases energy use.
The client with a renal calculus has just returned from an extracorporeal shock wave litho-tripsy procedure and the nurse finds an ecchymotic area on the client's right lower back. What is the nurse's best first action?
A. Notify the physician. B. Apply ice to the site. C. Place the client in the prone position. D. Document the observation as the only action.