The nurse is working with a client who has Crohn's disease who is noncompliant with the medical regimen of care. The nurse plans to teach the client about the complications and risk factors associated with Crohn's disease
Which of the following is most important for the nurse to include for this client during teaching? 1. Diarrhea
2. Vomiting
3. Intestinal obstruction
4. Bowel perforation
4. Bowel perforation
Rationale:
Bowel perforation is rare but may be a consequence of noncompliance with the treatment, because the disease would continue to progress. Diarrhea and intestinal obstructions are common symptoms of Crohn's, so the client who was previously diagnosed with the disease would be familiar with them. Vomiting is not considered an unusual symptom or risk for the client with Crohn's.
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