A patient is diagnosed with a gastric ulcer located on the antrum. The nurse is aware that the ulcer may also affect the function of which adjacent structure?
1. Sphincter of Oddi
2. Acinus
3. Pyloric sphincter
4. Lower esophageal sphincter
Answer: 3
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A) Examining infants in a city well-baby clinic B) Caring for elderly stroke victims in their homes C) Providing emergency care in an acute care facility D) Carrying out epidemiologic research E) Participating in health policy analysis
The nurse is conducting a physical examination of a child with suspected developmental dysplasia of the hip. Which of the following findings would help confirm this diagnosis?
A) Abduction occurs to 75 degrees and adduction to within 30 degrees (with stable pelvis). B) A distinct "clunk" is heard with Barlow and Ortolani maneuvers. C) A high-pitched "click" is heard with hip flexion or extension. D) The thigh and gluteal folds are symmetric.
When providing care to a client with hypertension who is receiving antihypertensive therapy, which assessment would be the highest priority?
A) Pain rating B) Blood pressure monitoring C) Weight measurement D) Complaints of adverse reactions
A 20-year-old patient with a permanent colostomy asks whether she will be able to become pregnant. What is the most informative response by the nurse?
a. "No. The colostomy weakened the pelvic floor to the point that it will not support a pregnancy." b. "Yes. Pregnancy may be accomplished with artificial insemination because the fallopian tubes are usually damaged by a colostomy." c. "No. The abdominal pressure exerted by a pregnancy will cause the prolapse of the stoma." d. "Yes. The colostomy will not interfere with pregnancy or delivery."