Which clinical manifestation would the nurse consider normal for a client with gastroenteri-tis? (Select all that apply.)

A. Diffuse abdominal pain
B. Rebound tenderness
C. Hyperactive bowel sounds
D. An elevated temperature
E. Steatorrhea
F. Diarrhea


A, C, D, F

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1. Saw palmetto. 2. Fish oil. 3. Ginko. 4. Green tea.

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the client's vital signs and carefully listening when interacting with the client. The nurse is also using critical thinking skills to determine if her nursing orders are effective. The nurse knows that performing these interventions will help the client in which aspect of care? A) Effectively analyzing the client's response B) Effectively collecting data in the continuing care of the client C) Trying to increase client interaction by increasing participation D) Preparing an effective discharge plan for the client

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The "war on drugs" in the United States was officially declared by President

A. Richard Nixon in 1971 B. Theodore Roosevelt in 1906 C. Ronald Reagan in 1981 D. George Bush in 1990

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