A client has a herniated disk in the region of the third and fourth lumbar vertebrae. Which nursing assessment finding most supports this diagnosis?
a. hypoactive bowel sounds
b. severe lower back pain
c. sensory deficits in one arm
d. weakness and atrophy of the arm muscles
Answer: b. severe lower back pain
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It is common for patients who have interstitial cystitis (IC) to experience which of the following?
A) Irritable voiding symptoms and depression B) Urgency and bacteria in the urine C) Normal bladder capacity and frustration D) Frequency and bacteria in the urine
A comprehensive standardized language for nursing intervention that is recognized by the ANA is the
a. Nursing Minimum Data Set c. Nursing Intervention Classification b. NANDA classifica-tion d. problem-oriented medical record
A nurse is ordered to perform digital removal of stool on a client with stool impaction. Which of the following is an appropriate step in this procedure?
A) Position the client in supine position as dictated by client comfort and condition. B) Insert generously lubricated finger gently into the anal canal, pointing away from the umbilicus. C) Gently work the finger around and into the hardened mass to break it up and then remove pieces of it. D) Instruct the client not to bear down while extracting feces to prevent vagal response.