A patient has been brought to the emergency department with abdominal pain and is subsequently diagnosed with appendicitis. The patient is scheduled for an appendectomy but questions the nurse about how his health will be affected by the absence of an appendix. How should the nurse best respond?

"Your large intestine will adapt over time to the absence of your appendix."

"Your appendix doesn't play a major role, so you won't notice any difference after you recover from surgery."

"Your body will absorb slightly fewer nutrients from the food you eat, but you won't be aware of this."

"The surgeon will encourage you to limit your fat intake for a few weeks after the surgery, but your body will then begin to compensate."

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is B

Choice A reason:

This statement may not be entirely accurate. While other parts of the digestive system can compensate to some extent, the primary function of the appendix is not related to the large intestine's adaptation.

Choice B reason:

This is the correct answer. The appendix is considered a vestigial organ, meaning it doesn't have a major function in humans. Its removal typically doesn't lead to noticeable changes in overall health or digestion.

Choice C reason:

While the appendix does have some immune functions, the impact on nutrient absorption is minimal, and its removal is unlikely to lead to a significant difference in nutrient absorption.

Choice D reason:

Limiting fat intake after surgery is not a standard recommendation following an appendectomy. The statement may cause unnecessary concern for the patient.

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Correct Answer is ["437"]

Explanation

To convert ounces to milliliters, multiply by 29.57
4 oz of Pedialyte = 118.28 mL
1/2 of an 8-oz cup of clear orange Jell-O = 118.28 mL
2 graham crackers = no liquid intake
200 mL of D 5-1/2 sodium chloride IV = 200 mL
Total intake = 118.28 + 118.28 + 200 = 436.56 mL
Round to the nearest whole number = 437 mL
The nurse documents the client's intake as 437 mL

A. Increased blood pressure B. Hyperactive bowel sounds C. Bradycardia D. Sudden abdominal pain

Correct Answer is D

Explanation

Choice A reason:

Increased blood pressure is not typically associated with gastrointestinal perforation; hypotension may be more indicative.

Choice B reason:

Hyperactive bowel sounds may be present in various gastrointestinal conditions, but they are not specific to perforation.

Choice C reason:

Bradycardia is not a typical sign of gastrointestinal perforation; tachycardia may be more indicative of this condition.

Choice D reason:

This statement is correct. Sudden abdominal pain is a key indication of gastrointestinal perforation, and it should be monitored closely.

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A patient has been brought to the emergency department with abdominal pain and is subsequently diagnosed with appendicitis. The patient is scheduled for an appendectomy but questions the nurse about how his health will be affected by the absence of an appendix. How should the nurse best respond?

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