The nurse cautions that constant stress can cause which alteration to the gastrointestinal (GI) system?
a. Slowed GI mobility resulting in constipa-tion
b. Reversed peristalsis resulting in projectile vomiting
c. Increased digestive juices resulting in a gastric ulcer
d. Decreased digestive juices resulting in ineffective metabolism
C
Stress increases the gastric secretions, which irritate and finally ulcerate the gastric mucosal lin-ing.
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1. Suggesting that the parents use a mobile to provide sensory stimulation 2. Helping the parents recognize their child's capabilities 3. Allowing the child to choose the color of the gown during hospitalization 4. Suggesting the child be enrolled in a special camp to learn about the diagnosis
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1. Hemoglobin. 2. Red blood cell count. 3. Absolute neutrophil count (ANC). 4. Platelets.
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a. will describe the client's culture. b. will explain the client's religion. c. explains the relationship to self, to others, and to a higher power. d. is a factor that enables one to cope with distressing events.