Chapter 56: Care of Patients with Noninflammatory Intestinal Disorders Test Bank Medical Surgical Nursing 9th Edition Ignatavicius Workman

Test Bank Medical Surgical Nursing 9th Edition Ignatavicius Workman MULTIPLE CHOICE 1. After teaching a client with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), a nurse assesses the clients understanding. Which menu selection indicates that the client correctly understands the dietary teaching? a. Ham sandwich on white bread, cup of applesauce, glass of diet cola b. Broiled chicken with brown rice, steamed broccoli, glass of apple juice c. Grilled cheese sandwich, small banana, cup of hot tea with lemon d. Baked tilapia, fresh green beans, cup of coffee with low-fat milk ANS: B Clients with IBS are advised to eat a high-fiber diet (30 to 40 g/day), with 8 to 10 cups of liquid daily. Chicken with brown rice, broccoli, and apple juice has the highest fiber content. They should avoid alcohol, caffeine, and other gastric irritants. DIF: Applying/Application REF: 1122 KEY: Irritable bowel| nutritional requirements MSC: Integrated Process: Teaching/Learning NOT: Client Needs Category: Physiological Integrity: Basic Care and Comfort 2. A nurse assesses a client who is prescribed alosetron (Lotronex). Which assessment question should the nurse ask this client? a. Have you been experiencing any constipation? b. Are you eating a diet high in fiber and fluids? c. Do you have a history of high blood pressure? d. What vitamins and supplements are you taking? ANS: A Ischemic colitis is a life-threatening complication of alosetron. The nurse should assess the client for constipation. The other questions do not identify complications related to alosetron. DIF: Applying/Application REF: 1123 KEY: Medications| adverse effects MSC: Integrated Process: Nursing Process: Assessment NOT: Client Needs Category: Physiological Integrity: Pharmacological and Parenteral Therapies 3. After teaching a client who has a femoral hernia, the nurse assesses the clients understanding. Which statement indicates the client needs additional teaching related to the proper use of a truss? a. I will put on the truss before I go to bed each night. b. Ill put some powder under the truss to avoid skin irritation. c. The truss will help my hernia because I cant have surgery. d. If I have abdominal pain, Ill let my health care provider know right away.