A patient who has been experiencing liquid stools is prescribed polycarbophil (FiberCon). What is the reason for administering a bulk-forming laxative?
A) Polycarbophil absorbs large amounts of water and decreases fluidity of stools.
B) Polycarbophil will diminish the absorption of intestinal fiber and water.
C) Polycarbophil will provide pain relief and decrease cramping and bloating.
D) Polycarbophil will increase bile and diminish bacterial flora in the intestines.
A
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A) Place the document on the chart. B) Contact the Social Services department. C) Explain to the client that the conflict could invalidate the document. D) Notify the hospital attorney.
What statement made by the client would indicate the possibility of intestinal obstruction?
A. "My stools have become firmer and harder." B. "I am able to pass urine only in small amounts at a time." C. "My abdomen appears to have become enlarged." D. "I seem to be full after eating only a few bites."
NIH grant applications require budgets, which can be an abbreviated modular budget if requested funds for R01 grants do not exceed how many dollars in direct costs per year?
A) $150, 000 B) $200, 000 C) $250,000 D) $300,000
A patient with a tracheostomy tube is accidentally extubated. What should the nurse do immediately?
a. Call the health care provider. b. Mechanically ventilate the patient. c. Insert a new tracheostomy tube. d. Hold the stoma open with the fingertips.