A client is hospitalized for acute exacerbation of ulcerative colitis. The client reports 12 to 16 bloody stools per day with cramping abdominal pain
The nurse explains that the order by the physician to promote bowel rest is for the client to: A)
have a nasogastric tube inserted.
B)
receive total parenteral nutrition (TPN) for 2 weeks.
C)
receive intravenous corticosteroids.
D)
have nothing by mouth (NPO) for several days.
B
Explanation:
A)
During an acute exacerbation, TPN is given to provide nutritional support while the bowel is rested. An NG tube is not necessary. Intermittent doses of corticosteroids may be given. Being NPO for several days without another form of nutritional support is not recommended.
Application
Implementation
Physiological Integrity: Reduction of Risk Potential
B)
During an acute exacerbation, TPN is given to provide nutritional support while the bowel is rested. An NG tube is not necessary. Intermittent doses of corticosteroids may be given. Being NPO for several days without another form of nutritional support is not recommended.
Application
Implementation
Physiological Integrity: Reduction of Risk Potential
C)
During an acute exacerbation, TPN is given to provide nutritional support while the bowel is rested. An NG tube is not necessary. Intermittent doses of corticosteroids may be given. Being NPO for several days without another form of nutritional support is not recommended.
Application
Implementation
Physiological Integrity: Reduction of Risk Potential
D)
During an acute exacerbation, TPN is given to provide nutritional support while the bowel is rested. An NG tube is not necessary. Intermittent doses of corticosteroids may be given. Being NPO for several days without another form of nutritional support is not recommended.
Application
Implementation
Physiological Integrity: Reduction of Risk Potential
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