What term is used to document the condition that exists when the esophagus ends in a blind pouch?
a. Esophageal atresia
b. Tracheoesophageal stenosis
c. Esophagitis
d. Pyloric stenosis
ANS: A
When the esophagus ends in a blind pouch, the condition is referred to as esophageal atresia; the trachea is not involved. Esophagitis is inflammation of the esophagus. Pyloric stenosis is a nar-rowing of the connection between the stomach and the duodenum.
You might also like to view...
The nurse is caring for a patient who is exhibiting signs and symptoms of hypovolemic shock following injuries suffered in a motor vehicle accident
The nurse anticipates that the physician will promptly order the administration of a crystalloid IV solution to restore intravascular volume. In addition to normal saline, which crystalloid fluid is commonly used to treat hypovolemic shock? A) Lactated Ringer's B) Albumin C) Dextran D) 3% NaCl
What is the major nursing concern for a child having an anaphylactic reaction?
a. Identifying the offending allergen b. Ineffective breathing pattern c. Increased cardiac output d. Positioning to facilitate comfort
A child has been diagnosed with having dopamine deficiencies. The nurse would anticipate signs of _________ during an assessment
1. Fatigue 2. Compulsions 3. Decreased motivation 4. A depressed mood
Always take a rectal temperature when caring for patients who are receiving drug therapy for cancer
Indicate whether the statement is true or false