The nurse is assessing a patient for possible peptic ulcer disease. Which condition or history often causes this problem?
a. Hypertension
b. Streptococcal infections
c. Recurrent constipation with frequent laxative use
d. Frequent use of nonsteroidal antiinflammatory drugs
ANS: D
Peptic ulcer disease occurs with the frequent use of nonsteroidal antiinflammatory drugs, alcohol use, smoking, and Helicobacter pylori infection.
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The nurse is working with an adolescent parent. The adolescent tells the nurse, "I'm really scared that I won't take care of my baby correctly. My mother says I'll probably hurt the baby because I'm too young to be a mother
" The best response by the nurse is: 1. "You are very young, and parenting will be a challenge for you." 2. "Your mother was probably right. Be very careful with your baby." 3. "Mothers have instincts that kick in when they get their babies home." 4. "We can give the baby's bath together. I'll help you learn how to do it."
What is the most likely result when an attempt at adaptation fails?
a. Depression b. Anger c. Frustration d. Anxiety
A patient has a recent diagnosis of chronic pancreatitis and is undergoing diagnostic testing to determine pancreatic islet cell function. The nurse should anticipate what diagnostic test?
A) Glucose tolerance test B) ERCP C) Pancreatic biopsy D) Abdominal ultrasonography
Which client statement indicates understanding about a transrectal ultrasound?
a. "This will determine if the outlet of my bladder is obstructed." b. "This will determine the amount of resi-dual urine present." c. "This is performed to view the interior of the bladder and urethra." d. "This is performed to view the prostate and do a tissue biopsy."