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Question 1 of 5

The nurse is reviewing the record of a client with Crohn's disease. Which of the following stool characteristics would the nurse expect to note documented in the client's record?

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Crohn's disease is characterized by nonbloody diarrhea of usually not more than four to five stools daily. Over time, the diarrhea episodes increase in frequency, duration, and severity. Chronic constipation (
Choice
A), constipation alternating with diarrhea (
Choice
C), and stool constantly oozing from the rectum (
Choice
D) are not characteristics typically associated with Crohn's disease.

Question 2 of 5

If a gastric acid perforates, which of the following actions should not be included in the immediate management of the client?

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Antacid administration should not be included in the immediate management of a gastric perforation.

Question 3 of 5

The nurse would assess the client experiencing an acute episode of cholecystitis for pain that is located in the right:

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Pain from cholecystitis is typically located in the right upper quadrant and may radiate to the right scapula and shoulder.

Question 4 of 5

When obtaining a nursing history on a client with a suspected gastric ulcer, which signs and symptoms would the nurse expect to see? Select ONE that does not apply.

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Signs and symptoms of a gastric ulcer include epigastric pain at night, vomiting, and weight loss. Relief of epigastric pain after eating is not typically associated with gastric ulcers.

Question 5 of 5

The nurse develops a plan of care for a client with a T tube. Which one of the following nursing interventions should be included?

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: The correct nursing intervention to include in the plan of care for a client with a T tube is to inspect the skin around the T tube daily for irritation. Bile is erosive and can cause skin irritation, so it is crucial to keep the skin clean and dry. T tubes are not routinely irrigated; irrigation is done only with a physician's order. It is unnecessary to maintain the client in a supine position; instead, assist the client into a position of comfort. T tubes are not typically clamped unless ordered by a physician, and if clamped, it is usually done 1 to 2 hours before and after meals.

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