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When preparing a client for a scheduled colonoscopy, the nurse should tell the client that this procedure will involve: a) placing the client on a full-liquid diet 48 hours before the procedure. b) administering an antibiotic to decrease the risk of infection. c) cleansing the bowel with laxatives or enemas. d) administering meperidine IM to prevent pain during the procedure. - cleansing the bowel with laxatives or enemas. The nurse caring for a patient with diverticulitis is preparing to...

NREMT Practice Test Bank - Multiple Choice Latest Update Already Passed Document Content and Description Below NREMT Practice Test Bank - Multiple Choice Latest Update Already Passed Hypoglycemia and acute ischemic stroke can present similarly because: • A:both oxygen and glucose are needed for brain func tion. • B:the majority of stroke patients have a history of diabetes. • C:the most common cause of a stroke is hypoglycemia. • D:they are both caused by low levels of glucose in the b...

NCLEX-RN Practice Quiz Test Bank #11 (75 Questions) 1. 1. Question A patient is admitted to the hospital with a diagnosis of primary hyperparathyroidism. A nurse checking the patient’s lab results would expect which of the following changes in laboratory findings? o A. Elevated serum calcium o B. Low serum parathyroid hormone (PTH) o C. Elevated serum vitamin D o D. Low urine calcium Incorrect Correct Answer: A. Elevated serum calcium The parathyroid glands regulate the calcium level in the bl...

A 32-year-old male presents to the clinic with a complaint of intermittent bloody anal discharge for 6 months duration. He has no family history of malignancy. The drainage occurs several times weekly and stains his underclothing. He denies incontinence to flatus. Examination demonstrates a 3-mm area of elevated granulation tissue 1.5 cm from the anus in the posterior midline. Digital rectal and anoscopy are otherwise unremarkable. Which of the following is the next step in management? A. Colon...

Absent seizures duration, presentation clinically and diagnostically, and tx - ANSWER • Present 4-10 yo • Brief (<20 seconds) impairment of consciousness (staring spells) • Preserved muscle tone • Unresponsive to tactile/verbal stimulation • Simple automatisms frequently present • Provoked by hyperventilation • Dx: EEG: 3-Hz spike-wave discharges • Comorbidities: ADHD, anxiety • Rx: Ethosuximide Alport syndrome clinical presentation - ANSWER • Recurrent gross ...

ATI RN MEDICAL SURGICAL PROCTORED EXAM QUESTIONS & ANSWERS 2022/2023 Verified ANSWERS GRADED A+ ATI RN MEDICAL SURGICAL PROCTORED EXAM QUESTIONS ANSWERS 2022/2023 Verified ANSWERS GRADED A+ A nurse is planning care for an older adult client who has Meniere's disease. Which of the following interventions should the nurse include in the plan? a) Perform range of motion exercises to the client's neck every 4 hours b) limited clients fluid intake to 1500 ml / day c) ...

ABSITE - Anorectal – Questions & answers 2023 updatedA 32-year-old male presents to the clinic with a complaint of intermittent bloody anal discharge for 6 months duration. He has no family history of malignancy. The drainage occurs several times weekly and stains his underclothing. He denies incontinence to flatus. Examination demonstrates a 3-mm area of elevated granulation tissue 1.5 cm from the anus in the posterior midline. Digital rectal and anoscopy are otherwise unremarkable. Which of ...

WGU D236 PATHOPHYSIOLOGY FINAL EXAM 300+ REAL EXAM QUESTIONS AND VERIFIED ANSWERS WITH RATIONALES LATEST UPDATE 2023 Describe how your body responds to an infection. - ANSWER- T cells produce cytokines, which stimulate B cells. B cells produce antibodies. Identify role of DNA changes in congenital abnormalities. - ANSWERMutations in genes or chromosomal abnormalities How does development disrupts congenital abnormalities? - ANSWERAlterations of DNA Describes factors that disrupt homeo...

How to investigate for fever in <1 month - Answer- CBC+ BC, LP, UA/UC, IV AB, CXR • Infants up to three months most common organisms - Answer- (most common), listeria, pneumococcus, >3 moths most common organisms - Answer- pneumococcus, menigocucus, gram negative, h. influ What is classified as delayed puberty - Answer- o Pubertal delay: in boys no testicular enlargement by 14, and in females no breast tissue by 13 Most common cause for precocious puberty for central causes ...

AACN PCCN Practice Test Review 49 Questions with Verified Answers What are signs of dialysis disequilibrium syndrome - CORRECT ANSWER Headache Nausea/vomiting Restlessness AMS Agitation Seizures What causes disequilibrium syndrome? How can it be avoided? - CORRECT ANSWER This occurs when plasma solutes (i.e. urea) are lowered too quickly. Prevent by reducing dialysis time and increasing frequency. What causes myocarditis? - CORRECT ANSWER Recent viral infections Cocaine abuse ...