Abdominal hernia - Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

Where and why are lumbar punctures performed? - Answer- Spinal Block -> Anesthetic (into epidural space) Spinal Tap -> CSF extraction (into subarachnoid space)W B/W L3/L4 or L4/L5 NB: Posterior to this is *cauda equina* Where does a *herniated intervertebral* disk occur? What causes it? - Answer- Occurs b/w L4/L5 or *L5/S1* and C5/C6 or C6/C7 NB: affects lower spinal nerve # Degeneration of annulus fibrosis followed by *sudden compression* of nucleus pulposus What is the dif...

NRNP 6540 WEEK 7 Knowledge Check(wu) Abdominal, Urological, and Gynecological Disorders Questions and answers(100%) NRNP 6540 Advanced Practice Care Of Older Adults 1. June is a 69-year-old being seen for her GYN exam. She still has her uterus and ovaries. What do you expect to find on bimanual examination? Examining the female genito-reproductive system would be the same in younger and older patients. On a bimanual examination, the ovaries should not be palpable and the uterus should be small a...

A nurse is caring for a patient who is status post an upper endoscopic procedure. Which of the following should be included as priority in the post procedure assessment? a. Gag reflex 2.) A 40 year old female presents to the emergency room with upper abdominal pain radiating to her right shoulder and nausea, upon assessment the patient’s temperature is 101.2 degrees F, heart rate 110, and blood pressure 140/82. Based on the patient’s presentations, which of the following do you anticip...

1. Treatment for achalasia may include A. balloon dilation of the lower esophageal sphincter B. beta blockers C. a fundoplication D. an esophagogastrectomy - Answer-A. balloon dilation of the lower esophageal sphincter 2. You assess for Cullen's sign in Dan, age 62, after surgery. Cullen's sign may indicate A. intra-abdominal bleeding B. a ventral hernia C. appendicitis D. jaundice - Answer-A. intra-abdominal bleeding 3. The most important diagnostic test for celi...

GERD Risk factors include - ANS Consumption of foods such as caffeine, alcohol, spicy or fried foods, chocolate, and tomatoes. Lifestyle factors play a big part especially alcohol and smoking. GERD the nursing assessment should include - ANS asking about a history of heartburn or atypical chest pain associated with the reflux of GI contents. GERD manifests differently depending on - ANS the patient and the severity of the disorder GERD most common symptoms - ANS -Heartburn (pyro...

NR 509 Week 7 Quiz – Question and Answers 1) During an examination of an aging male the FNP recognizes that normal changes to expect would be: Decrease in penis size 2) During a health history, a 22-year-old woman asks “can I get that vaccine for HPV? I have gentle warts and I’d like them to go away!” What is the FNP‘s best response? Vaccine cannot protect you if you already have an HPV infection 3) During a speculum inspection of the vagina the FNP would expect to see what at...

USMLE STEP 3 REVIEW EXAM 2024 WITH 100% CORRECT ANSWERS Tx of IBS - correct answer Best initial therapy: *Fiber* If fiber fails: Antispasmodic/anticholinergic agents. First line: 1. Dicyclomine 2. Hyoscyamine Secondline: 1. TCA's (amitriptyline) CCS, What test should you order for IBS? - correct answer 1. Stool: stool guiac, leukocytes, cultures, ova & parasites. 2. Colonoscopy 3. Abdominal CT scan Umbilical hernia in newborns is associated with? - correct answer Congenit...

Certified Registered Nurse First Assistant (CRNFA) Qs&As 2024 A+ Hesselbachs Triangle - Correct Answer-The region between the rectus abdominus muscle, the inguinal ligament and medial to the inferior epigastric artery. Direct Hernia - Correct Answer-Which type of Hernia occurs inside Hesselbachs Triangle Indirect Hernia - Correct Answer-Peritoneal sac containing intestines protrudes through the internal inguinal ring and passes down the inguinal canal outside of Hesselbachs triangle indic...

Exam 3: NUR242/ NUR 242 (New 2024/ 2025 Update) Med-Surg | Guide with Questions and Verified Answers| 100% Correct- Galen QUESTION S/S of obstruction in small and large bowel Answer: SBO: Upper gastric distention, N/V may contain fecal matter, severe electrolyte imbalance, metabolic alkalosis; LBO: Intermittent lower abdominal pain and cramping, lower abdominal distention, minimal to no vomiting, no fluid or electrolyte imbalance, metabolic acidosis Obstipation or ribbon-li...

Which type of Hernia occurs inside Hesselbachs Triangle Ans--Direct Hernia What inhibits platelet aggregation? Ans--Aspirin Peritoneal sac containing intestines protrudes through the internal inguinal ring and passes down the inguinal canal outside of Hesselbachs triangle indicates what? Ans--Indirect Hernia After care instructions for hernia surgery Ans--Seek medical attention if: bleeding from the incision wound dehiscence fever pain, edema, erythema, warmth , purulent drainage, ...