NURS 2518 Class 9 - Elimination Exam With Complete Solutions

NURS 2518 Class 9 - Elimination Exam With
Complete Solutions


What is elimination? - ANSWER Removal, clearance, or separation of matter. The
excretion of waste products.



Which body systems are part of elimination? - ANSWER - Skin

- Lungs

- Urinary (Kidney)

- Gastrointestinal



Why is adequate hydration important in elimination? - ANSWER water is absorbed by the
stool to soften it and promote intestinal mobility. Water increases volume, reduces
bladder irritation and helps eliminate toxins from the body.



What are the 4 reasons older adults are at risk of dehydration? - ANSWER - decreased
thirst sensation

- decreased total body water

- decreased renal reserve

- decreased muscle mass



What are consequences of dehydration? - ANSWER - Delirium

- Thrombus

- infections

- kidney stones

- constipation

- falls

- medication toxicity

, - kidney problems

- hyperthermia

- delayed wound healing



Name up to 3 signs of dehydration? - ANSWER DEHYDRATIONS

- Drugs

- End of life

- high fever

- yellow urine turns dark

- Dizziness

- Reduced Oral intake

- Axillae dry

- Tachycarida

- Incontinence

- Oral problems

- neurological impairment

- sunken eyes



What are the factors that are needed to maintain bowel and bladder continence? -
ANSWER - neurologic and muscle control

- cognitive awareness of urge to eliminate

- motivation to maintain continence

- functional ability to recognize voiding signals and use a toilet

- environment that facilitates this process. (washroom close by, comfortable etc. )



What is peristalsis and its role in elimination? - ANSWER - The speed has influence on
the consistency of bowel elimination.