The nurse notes that a patient's stool specimen is watery and diarrhea-like. Which health problems should the nurse suspect are occurring in this patient?
Select all that apply.
1. malabsorption
2. antibiotic reaction
3. lactose intolerance
4. irritable bowel syndrome
5. ingestion of spoiled food
Correct Answer: 1, 3, 4, 5
Watery, diarrhea stools appear with malabsorption problems, irritable bowel syndrome, ingestion of spoiled foods, or lactose intolerance. Watery, diarrhea stools are not associated with antibiotic reactions.
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a. negligence. c. assault. b. malpractice. d. battery.
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