Inflammation Final Exam Review 305
The nurse is reviewing the prescription for a client admitted to the hospital with a diagnosis of acute pancreatitis. Which interventions would the nurse expect to be prescribed for the client? Select all that apply. A.Administer antacids as prescribed. B.Encourage coughing and deep breathing. C.Administer anticholinergics as prescribed. D.Give small, frequent high-calorie feedings. E.Maintain the client in a supine and flat position. F.Give morphine sulfate as prescribed for pain.
A.Administer antacids as prescribed. B.Encourage coughing and deep breathing. C.Administer anticholinergics as prescribed. F.Give morphine sulfate as prescribed for pain.
The health care provider has determined that a client with hepatitis has contracted the infection from contaminated food. The nurse understands that this client is most likely experiencing what type of hepatitis? A.Hepatitis A B.Hepatitis B C.Hepatitis C D.Hepatitis D
A.Hepatitis A
A client has developed hepatitis A after eating contaminated oysters. The nurse assesses the client for which expected assessment finding? A.Malaise B.Dark stools C.Weight gain D.Left upper quadrant discomfort
A.Malaise
The nurse is monitoring a client admitted to the hospital with a diagnosis of appendicitis who is scheduled for surgery in 2 hours. The client begins to complain of increased abdominal pain and begins to vomit. On assessment, the nurse notes that the abdomen is distended and bowel sounds are diminished. Which is the most appropriate nursing intervention? A.Notify the health care provider (HCP). B.Administer the prescribed pain medication. C.Call and ask the operating room team to perform the surgery as soon as possible. D.Reposition the client and apply a heating pad on the warm setting to the client's abdomen.
A.Notify the health care provider (HCP).
Which interventions should the nurse include when preparing a care plan for a child with hepatitis? Select all that apply. A.Providing a low-fat, well-balanced diet. B.Teaching the child effective hand-washing techniques. C.Scheduling playtime in the playroom with other children. D.Notifying the health care provider (HCP) if jaundice is present. E.Instructing the parents to avoid administering medications unless prescribed. F.Arranging for indefinite home schooling because the child will not be able to return to school
A.Providing a low-fat, well-balanced diet. B.Teaching the child effective hand-washing techniques. E.Instructing the parents to avoid administering medications unless prescribed.
A client is admitted to the hospital with viral hepatitis, complaining of "no appetite" and "losing my taste for food." What instruction should the nurse give the client to provide adequate nutrition? A.Select foods high in fat. B.Increase intake of fluids, including juices. C.Eat a good supper when anorexia is not as severe. D.Eat less often, preferably only three large meals daily.
B.Increase intake of fluids, including juices.
A client has been admitted to the hospital with a diagnosis of acute pancreatitis and the nurse is assessing the client's pain. What type of pain is consistent with this diagnosis? A.Burning and aching, located in the left lower quadrant and radiating to the hip B.Severe and unrelenting, located in the epigastric area and radiating to the back C.Burning and aching, located in the epigastric area and radiating to the umbilicus D.Severe and unrelenting, located in the left lower quadrant and radiating to the groin
B.Severe and unrelenting, located in the epigastric area and radiating to the back
A client develops acute appendicitis. Prior to arrival to the hospital, the client attempted self-care at home. Which self-care measures could potentially lead to rupture of the appendix? A)Refusing food and liquids B)Applying an ice pack to the abdomen C)Taking a small volume enema D)Taking acetaminophen for pain
C)Taking a small volume enema
The nurse has taught the client about an upcoming endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography procedure. The nurse determines that the client needs further information if the client makes which statement? A."I know I must sign the consent form." B."I hope the throat spray keeps me from gagging." C."I'm glad I don't have to lie still for this procedure." D."I'm glad some IV medication will be given to relax me."
C."I'm glad I don't have to lie still for this procedure."
The nurse explains to a patient with an episode of acute pancreatitis that the most effective means of relieving pain by suppressing pancreatic secretions is the use of: a. Antibiotics. b. NPO status. c. Antispasmodics. d. Proton pump inhibitors.
b. NPO status.
