A patient reports intermittent cramping abdominal pain that is relieved by having a bowel movement. The patient complains of having the pain at this time, which is why she is seeking care
Which abnormal finding does the nurse anticipate finding on examination of this patient's abdomen?
a. Decreased bowel sounds
b. Bulge in the abdomen when coughing
c. Palpable mass in the left lower quadrant
d. Bruit around the umbilicus
ANS: C
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The sum of 3/4 and 7/8 is:
a. 10/48. b. 10/12. c. 21/4. d. 1 5/8.
The nurse recognizes that a patient diagnosed with celiac disease needs further education regarding the disease process when the patient makes which statement?
1. "It's really difficult to maintain my gluten-free lifestyle." 2. "The only way to truly diagnose this disease is through a biopsy of my small intestine." 3. "The trouble I'm having with the enamel on my teeth is a result of this disease." 4. "I treat myself to a ham and cheese on rye with a light beer once a week."
A patient, recovering from being struck by lightning 36 hours prior to admission, is demonstrating an acute onset of confusion and muscle weakness. Which of the following would explain this patient's symptoms?
1. the patient has an electrolyte imbalance 2. the patient has another neurological problem occurring 3. the patient has a seizure disorder 4. the onset of neurological symptoms after a lightning injury can be delayed
The nurse is conducting a focused nutritional assessment for an adult patient. Which question is most appropriate for the nurse to ask?
1) "Have you gained weight intentionally over the last year?" 2) "How much did you weigh 1 year ago?" 3) "How do you cope with stress in your life?" 4) "Do you have nausea that lasts more than 2 weeks?"