D.S.'s past medical history (PMH) of fistula, combined with the probability of blockage or
obstruction, places him at an increased risk for which problems?
What will be an ideal response?
D.S.'s PMH of fistula, combined with the probable blockage or obstruction, places him at increased
risk for developing another fistula or ruptured bowel. Other contributing factors for fistula formation
are Crohn disease, radiation damage, multiple abdominal surgeries, and sepsis.
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Which one of the following individuals' theories should be selected if the nurse wants to focus on stress reduction for a client?
a. Peplau b. Henderson c. Neuman d. Parse
In providing support to a new mother who must return to full-time employment 6 weeks after a vaginal delivery, the nurse should:
a. Allow her to freely express her positive and negative feelings. b. Reassure her that she'll get used to leaving her baby. c. Discuss child care arrangements with her. d. Allow her to solve the problem on her own.
A burn patient is admitted to a medical-surgical unit and acquires a urinary tract infection (UTI). The prescriber orders mafenide (Sulfamylon) to prevent bacterial colonization. The nurse should monitor the laboratory test results for the development of
a. anemia. b. uremia. c. hepatitis. d. acidosis.