Topic 7 Module 7a.1

A participant in a community education program asks what causes colon cancer. Which modifiable risk factor should the nurse include when responding to this person?

"Eating a diet high in fat and low in fiber."

A patient is diagnosed with possible diverticulitis. For which complication should the nurse monitor this patient?

Abscess and perforation

The nurse is caring for a patient with newly diagnosed diverticula. Which factor is a risk for this health problem?

Affects those with advanced age

The nurse is caring for a patient with Barrett esophagus. For which type of cancer should the nurse assess this patient?

Esophageal

A patient is diagnosed with esophageal dysfunction. Which health problem most likely contributed to the development of this disorder?

Gastroesophageal reflux disease

After learning the diagnosis of irritable bowel syndrome, a patient is concerned about permanent damage.

Gastroesophageal reflux disease

A patient is being tested to confirm the diagnosis of gastritis. Which infection is most frequently the cause of chronic gastritis?

H. pylori

The nurse is caring for a patient with diverticulosis. Which aspect of the patient's diet places the patient at risk for diverticulosis?

Low fiber intake

A patient reports epigastric pain and dyspepsia. Which condition should nurse suspect in the patient?

Peptic ulcer disease (PUD)

Which factor can cause secondary constipation?

Pharmacologic

The nurse prepares material on gastroesophageal reflux disease for a community health fair. Which risk factor should the nurse include?

Pregnancy

A patient is diagnosed with peptic ulcer disease (PUD). Which measure should the nurse suggest to prevent an exacerbation of the symptoms?

Reduce nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug use

A patient with Crohn disease asks the nurse why they must undergo stool sampling. Which reason should the nurse include in the response?

Rule out infection