A nurse is preparing to perform a fecal occult blood test of stool specimens for a client. Which of the following actions should the nurse plan to take?

Ensure that the stool specimen does not contain urine.

Repeat the test three times using the same stool specimen.

Have the client defecate into a bedpan that contains a small amount of water.

Wear sterile gloves when handling the stool specimen

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is A

Rationale:

A. Ensuring that the stool specimen does not contain urine helps to prevent false-positive results, as blood from urine could interfere with the test.

B. Each fecal occult blood test should be performed using a fresh stool specimen to ensure accuracy.

C. Having the client defecate into a bedpan with water is unnecessary and may interfere with the test.

D. Standard precautions, including wearing gloves, are sufficient for handling stool specimens; sterile gloves are not required for this procedure.

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Correct Answer is D

Explanation

Rationale:

A. Washing the client's face is part of postmortem care and is appropriate.

B. Gathering the client's personal belongings is part of postmortem care and is appropriate.

C. Closing the client's eyes is part of postmortem care and is appropriate.

D. Removing the client's dentures from their mouth is not part of postmortem care and may be distressing for the family. The nurse should intervene and ensure the dentures are left in place.

A. "Not receiving blood will slow down your recovery." B. "I understand that you decided not to receive blood products." C. "You need to talk with your doctor about this." D. "Why are you refusing to receive blood products?"

Correct Answer is B

Explanation

Rationale:

A. This response is judgmental and may cause the client to feel guilty or defensive.

B. This response shows empathy and respect for the client's decision.

C. This response may be appropriate if the client needs further information or counseling but should not be the initial response.

D. This response is confrontational and may cause the client to become defensive.

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