Bowel elimination Nclex questions and Answers 2024

Most nutrients and electrolytes are absorbed in: A. The colon B. The stomach C. The esophagus D. The small intestine - Correct Answer The small intestine During the nursing assessment the client revels that he has diarrhea and cramping every time he eats ice cream. He attributes this to the cold termperature of the food. However, the nurse begins to suspect the these symptoms might be associated with. A. Food allergy B. Irritable bowel C. Lactose intolerance D. Increased peristalsis - Correct Answer Lactose intorlerance In assessing a 55 year-old client who is in the clinic for a routine physical, the nurse instructs the client about the need to proved a stool specimen for guaiac fecal occult blood testing: A. If the client notices rectal bleeding B. If there is a family history of intestinal polyps C. As part of a routine screening for colon cancer D. If a palpable mass is detected on digital exam - Correct Answer As part of a routine screening for colon cancer Diarrhea that occurs with a fecal impaction is the result of: A. A clear liquid diet B. Irritation of the intestinal mucosa C. Inability of the client to form a stool D. Seepage of stool around the impaction - Correct Answer Seepage of stool around the impaction A cleansing enema is ordered for a 55 year-old client before intestinal surgery. The maximum amount of fluid used is: A. 150 to 200 mL B. 200 to 400 mL C. 400 to 750 mL D. 750 to 1000 mL - Correct Answer 750 to 1000 mL