1. when preparing a client with ascites for a paracentesis, which instruction should the nurse
provide to the client?
a. Lie in a supine position for the procedure
b. Take rapid and shallow breaths
c. Void to empty bladder completely
d. Lie on the right side after the procedure
o Abdominal paracentesis is a procedure to remove abnormal fluid buildup in your
abdomen. Fluid builds up because of liver problems, such as swelling and scarring. Heart
failure, kidney disease, a mass, or problems with your pancreas may also cause fluid
buildup.
o Before procedure, You may be asked to urinate in order to empty your bladder. You are
taken to the procedure room and moved to a table or bed. You will need to lie on your
back or on your side.
2. an adult male client newly diagnosed with crohn's disease asks the nurse if he can still eat
dairy products. how should the nurse
a. Suggest eliminating dairy for a while to assess for changes in bowel patterns
b. Explain that dairy products are not high in fiber and are not beneficial
c. Encourage intake of calcium supplements to replace dairy products
d. Recommend a diet high in dairy products to provide adequate dietary protein
o Chron’s disease is Inflammation of segments of the bowel
o S x S include - abdominal pain, diarrhea, weight loss, anemia, ulcer formation
o Interventions: NPO, Administer fluids/electrolytes, parenteral nutrition IV
o Diet: Low residue, low fiber. Try elimination diet, so to understand what irritates your
bowels.
3. the nurse plans to assess urine in the catheter bag of a client who is receiving bladder
irrigation fluid following a transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP). which
observation indicates a possible postoperative complications and should be reported to
the healthcare provider immediately?
a. Bright red urine in the foley bag 12 hours postoperative
b. Thick red fluid with clots in foley tubing 12 hours postoperative
c. Thick amber-colored fluid in the foley bag 24 hours postoperative
d. Light yellow or colorless urine in the foley bag 48 hours postoperative
o Transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP) is the surgical removal of part of the
prostate gland. It is one option available to relieve the symptoms of an enlarged prostate
or other benign (non-cancerous) prostate disease.
o Signs of trouble from the catheter would include increasing sensations of bladder fullness
and needing to urinate along with a lack of drainage of urine through the catheter into the
drainage bag. Excessively bloody urine would also be an indication to call. While this
may be a subjective determination, signs of heavy bleeding include the passage of clots
through the catheter into the bag and the appearance of ketchup thickness of fluid in the
urinary bag.
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, 4. The nurse reviews the laboratory results of a client during an annual physical
examination and identifies a positive guaiac test, which additional serum laboratory test
result should the nurse review?
A. White blood cell count
B. Glucose
C. Platelet count
D. Amylase
o The stool guaiac test looks for hidden (occult) blood in a stool sample. It can find blood
even if you cannot see it yourself. It is the most common type of fecal occult blood test
(FOBT).
o Do Not eat these foods before this test : Red meat, Cantaloupe, Uncooked broccoli,
Turnip, Radish, Horseradish
o This test detects blood in the digestive tract.
o Abnormal results may be due to problems that cause bleeding in the stomach or intestinal
tract
5. The nurse assess a client with a history of cirrhosis who is admitted with worsening
ascites. It is most important for the nurse ________ additional finding?
a. Hypotension
b. Ecchymosis
c. Anorexia
d. Pruritus
o Hepatic cirrhosis is a chronic hepatic disease characterized by diffuse destruction and
fibrotic regeneration of hepatic cells.
o Caused by excessive alcohol intake, hepatitis, injury
o Cirrhosis causes the liver to slow or stop production of proteins needed for blood clotting.
When blood doesn't clot properly, bruising and bleeding can occur spontaneously
6. An adult client who who had a gastric bypass surgery 2 weeks ago is admitted with
possible anastomosis the client touch, and their vital signs are: temperature 101 f ( )
heart rate 130 beats/minute, respiratory rate 25 beats/min , blood pressure 100/50 mmHg.
Which intervention is most important for the nuse to include in the client plan of car?
a. Encourage regular turning
b. Monitor skin for breakdown
c. Strict iv fluid replacement
d. Assess wound drainage daily
7. A picture with a black emesis, what do you check first on the patient?
Vital signs, may indicate hemmoraging
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