2024 NUR 155 FUNDS EXAM 4
WITH CORRECT ANSWERS
_____ is the application of the internet and other related technologies in the
health care industry to improve the access, efficiency, effectiveness, and
quality of clinical and business processes utilized by health care
organizations, practitioners, clients, and consumers in an effort to improve
the health status of clients. - CORRECT-ANSWERSE-health
A high level of ____ resulting in agitation and the inability to focus or
concentrate can also inhibit learning. - CORRECT-ANSWERSanxiety
Repetition of key _____ and facts facilitates retention of newly learned
material. - CORRECT-ANSWERSconcepts
_____ is a condition that can occur when the veins become distended, as can
occur with repeated pressure. - CORRECT-ANSWERSHemorrhoids
____ ______ is a mass or collection of hardened feces in the folds of the
rectum. - CORRECT-ANSWERSFecal impaction
_______ ____ is increased peristalsis of the colon after food has entered the
stomach. - CORRECT-ANSWERSGastrocolic reflex
The contents of the colon normally represent foods ingested over the
previous __ days.
a. 2
b. 3
c. 4
d. 5 - CORRECT-ANSWERSc
All of the following may be causes of factors that contribute to constipation
EXCEPT:
a. lack of privacy
b. daily routines
c. insufficient fiber intake
d. insufficient fluid intake - CORRECT-ANSWERSb
All of the following are thought to contribute to constipation EXCEPT:
a. overuse of laxatives
b. bland diets
c. irregular defecation habits
, d. exercise - CORRECT-ANSWERSd
Which of the following feces consistency would be considered abnormal?
a. soft
b. moist
c. semisolid
d. dry - CORRECT-ANSWERSd
A gastrostomy is an opening:
1. through the abdominal wall into the stomach.
2. through the abdominal wall into the jejunum.
3. into the colon (large bowel)
4. into the ileum (small bowel) - CORRECT-ANSWERS1
Which type of enema is given primarily to expel flatus?
1. retention
2. carminative
3. return-flow
4. cleansing - CORRECT-ANSWERS2
Which of the following actions is NOT appropriate for the nurse removing a
fecal impaction?
1. Place a bedpan under the client's buttocks and a bedpan nearby to receive
stool.
2. Ask the client to assume a right side-lying position, with knees flexed and
the back toward the nurse.
3. Drape the client for comfort and to avoid unnecessary exposure of the
body.
4. Gently insert the index finger into the rectum and move the finger along
the length of the rectum. - CORRECT-ANSWERS2
A nurse is evaluating a client's understanding of healthy defecation. Which of
the following statements indicates a need for further teaching?
1. "I will include high-fiber foods, such as vegetables, fruits, and whole
grains, in my diet."
2. "I will maintain a fluid intake of 4,000 to 5,000 mL each day."
3. "I will allow time to defecate, preferably at the same time each day."
4. "I will avoid over-the-counter medications to treat constipation and
diarrhea." - CORRECT-ANSWERS2
(maintain a fluid intake of 2,000 to 3,000 mL per/day)
During discharge planning, the nurse is teaching the client how to manage
diarrhea. Which of the following action is NOT correct?
1. Drink at least 8 glasses of water per day to prevent dehydration..
2. Eat foods with sodium and potassium
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