A patient suffers from mental depression and insomnia. A patient with these complaints could have an abnormality of which of the following neurotransmitters?
A) Serotonin
B) Calcitonin
C) Melatonin
D) Parathyroid
A
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Following a CT and biopsy, a female patient has received a diagnosis of mesenteric cancer. What is the physiologic function of a mesentery?
A) Surrounding and protecting many of the organs in the gastrointestinal tract B) Secreting exocrine digestive enzymes into the peritoneal space C) Producing the rhythmic muscular contractions of peristalsis D) Resorbing excess bile between meals and while an individual is fasting
The results of a barium enema, colonoscopy, and fecal occult blood testing have resulted in a diagnosis of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) for a male patient who is obese and who acknowledges an unhealthy lifestyle
What patient education should the nurse provide to this man in an effort to control his symptoms of IBS? A) "It would greatly help your IBS if you could lose some weight." B) "I'd encourage you to cut out cigarettes and alcohol from your routine." C) "Try eating five or six small meals each day rather than three larger meals." D) "Using an over-the-counter stool softener each day could help stabilize your bowels."
The client has been diagnosed with chronic sorrow related to her husband's recent diagnosis of terminal colon cancer. Which action by the nurse would be most helpful to the client?
1. #the client about her knowledge of cancer treatment options. 2. #the client about her husband's prognosis. 3. Determine the means used by the client to cope with loss in the past. 4. Encourage the client to identify potential sources of emotional support.
Nurses must use critical thinking in their day-to-day practice, especially in circumstances surrounding client care and wise use of resources. In which of the following situations would critical thinking be most beneficial?
1. Administering IV push meds to critically ill clients 2. Educating a home health client about treatment options 3. Teaching new parents car seat safety 4. Assisting an orthopedic client with the proper use of crutches