The nurse is caring for a client scheduled to undergo insertion of a percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy (PEG) tube. The client asks the nurse to explain how a PEG tube differs from a gastrostomy tube (GT). Which explanation best describes how they are different?
A. diameter of the tubes
B. procedure for feedings
C. method of insertion
D. location of the tubes
Answer: C. method of insertion
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The patient with diabetes asks the nurse why different oral antidiabetic agents are ordered instead of just one drug. What is the nurse's best explanation of the benefit of combining different agents?
A) Maximum effects B) Additive effects C) Minimalistic effects D) Synergistic effects
Causes of pruritis ani include which of the following? Select all that apply
a. Pinworms d. Dermatitis b. Psoriasis e. Hemorrhoids c. Eczema f. Anal fissures
A 32-year-old woman is seen in the clinic because she has been unable to get pregnant after 12 months of unprotected sex
In order to determine the cause of the infertility, the clinician should question her about which of these possible causes of infertility? a. Pelvic inflammatory disease (PID) b. Oral contraceptive use for 15 years c. Early menarche d. Diet high in soy protein
The nurse chooses to interview the family in the clinic office. A rationale for this decision is
a. Choosing the nurse's territory will provide the nurse with power b. Choosing a less personal setting may be necessary for the family to begin discussing emotionally charged issues c. The nurse will feel more comfortable d. The everyday environment of the family can be assessed