A nurse in an emergency department is caring for a client who has abdominal pain.
Exhibits

A nurse is providing teaching to a client who has constipation. Which of the following information should the nurse include?
(Select all that apply.)

Increase intake of low fiber foods.

Avoid drinking hot liquids.

Include probiotic foods in the daily diet.

Increase fluid intake to 1500 mL daily.

Increase daily exercise.

Answer and Explanation

Correct Answer : C,D,E

A.   Increasing the intake of high-fiber foods, not low-fiber ones, as fiber helps to soften stools and promote bowel movements.
B.   Drinking warm or hot liquids can stimulate bowel movements, so they should not be avoided.
C.   Including probiotic foods in the diet can help maintain a healthy gut flora, which is beneficial for digestion and preventing constipation.
D.   It is crucial to increase fluid intake, aiming for at least 1500 mL daily, to help soften the stool and support regular bowel movements.
E.   Increasing daily exercise, especially walking, can stimulate the muscles involved in the digestive process and help prevent constipation.

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Correct Answer is C

Explanation

A. Checking the client's motor strength is important after the seizure has ended to assess for any postictal weakness.
B. Loosening clothing can be done after ensuring the client's safety during the seizure.
C. Turning the client's head to the side helps prevent aspiration and ensures a clear airway during the seizure.
D. Documenting the time the seizure began is important for accurate medical record-keeping but is not the first action during an active seizure.

A. A client who had a hemi-colectomy and placement of a colostomy B. A client who has a chest tube following a fall from a ladder C. A client receiving continuous enteral feeding through NG tube D. A client who Crohn's disease and has an ileostomy

Correct Answer is C

Explanation

A. A client with a hemi-colectomy and colostomy is not at highest risk for aspiration.
B. A client with a chest tube may have respiratory issues but is not at the highest risk for aspiration.
C. A client receiving continuous enteral feeding through an NG tube is at the highest risk for aspiration due to the risk of feeding contents entering the airway.
D. A client with Crohn's disease and an ileostomy is not at the highest risk for aspiration.

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A nurse in an emergency department is caring for a client who has abdominal pain. Exhibits A nurse is providing teaching to a client who has constipation. Which of the following information should the nurse include? (Select all that apply.)

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A nurse in an emergency department is caring for a client who has abdominal pain.
Exhibits

A nurse is providing teaching to a client who has constipation. Which of the following information should the nurse include?
(Select all that apply.)