A nurse on a medical surgical unit is collecting data from an older adult client who has a large amount of abdominal ascites. The client is alert and oriented x3 and states that they walk independently at home and normally use a cane but forgot to bring it to the hospital. Which of the following measures are important for the nurse to initiate first?

A nurse is reinforcing discharge teaching with a client who has a new diagnosis of gastroesophageal disease (GERD). Which of the following foods should the nurse include in the list of foods the client should avoid?

A nurse is caring for a client who is 2 days postoperative from abdominal surgery. The client reports discomfort from abdominal distension and flatus. Which of the following suggestions should the nurse include?

A nurse is collecting data from a client who has diverticular disease. The nurse should expect the client to report abdominal pain in which of the following locations?

A nurse in a provider's office is reviewing the health histories of four clients. For which of the following clients should the nurse anticipate scheduling a colonoscopy?

A client admitted with appendicitis who is scheduled for surgery in 2 hours complains of increased abdominal pain, vomiting, distended abdomen, and diminished bowel sounds. What is the most appropriate nursing intervention?

A nurse is assisting with the plan of care for a client who has viral hepatitis. Which of the following actions should the nurse include in the plan?

A nurse is reinforcing teaching a client who is scheduled for a barium swallow to evaluate dysphagia. Which of the following statements should indicate to the nurse that the client understands the instructions?

A client with ulcerative colitis is experiencing persistent diarrhea. What should the nurse anticipate during the assessment of the client?

A nurse is contributing to the plan of care of a client who has a small bowel obstruction. Which of the following interventions should the nurse include?

A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who reports right shoulder pain following a laparoscopic cholecystectomy. Which of the following statements should the nurse make?