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A nurse is caring for a client with peritonitis and is reviewing the client's medical history. Which condition places the client at an increased risk of developing peritonitis?

Hypothyroidism

Chronic kidney disease

Migraine headaches

Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is B

Choice A reason:

Hypothyroidism is not a risk factor for peritonitis.

Choice B reason:

Chronic kidney disease can weaken the immune system and make the client more susceptible to infections such as peritonitis.

Choice C reason:

Migraine headaches are not a risk factor for peritonitis.

Choice D reason:

GERD is not a risk factor for peritonitis.

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Correct Answer is B

Explanation

Choice A reason:

Inserting a catheter into the bladder to collect urine is not related to diagnostic paracentesis for peritonitis.

Choice B reason:

Diagnostic paracentesis involves removing fluid from the peritoneal cavity for analysis, helping to identify the presence of infection or inflammation in the peritoneum.

Choice C reason:

Injecting contrast dye into the bloodstream for imaging is not a part of the diagnostic paracentesis procedure.

Choice D reason:

Taking a tissue sample from the peritoneal lining is not the purpose of diagnostic paracentesis.

A. Lying flat in bed B. Using a heating pad on the abdomen C. Deep breathing and coughing D. Administering prescribed analgesics

Correct Answer is C

Explanation

Choice A reason:

Lying flat in bed may provide some comfort for the client and is not likely to exacerbate the abdominal pain associated with peritonitis.

Choice B reason:

Using a heating pad on the abdomen may provide some relief for the client and is not likely to exacerbate the abdominal pain associated with peritonitis.

Choice C reason:

Deep breathing and coughing exercises may worsen the client's abdominal pain due to the stretching and movement of the peritoneum during these activities.

Choice D reason:

Administering prescribed analgesics is essential for managing the client's pain and providing comfort during the treatment of peritonitis.

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A nurse is caring for a client with peritonitis and is reviewing the client's medical history. Which condition places the client at an increased risk of developing peritonitis?

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Correct Answer is B

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Correct Answer is C

Explanation

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