A patient's health history is suggestive of inflammatory bowel disease. Which of the following would suggest Crohn's disease, rather than ulcerative colitis, as the cause of the patient's signs and symptoms?

Severe diarrhea

Involvement of the rectal mucosa

An absence of blood in stool

A pattern of distinct exacerbations and remissions

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is D

Choice A reason:

Severe diarrhea can be a symptom of both Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis and does not specifically indicate one over the other.

Choice B reason:

Involvement of the rectal mucosa is more indicative of ulcerative colitis rather than Crohn's disease, as Crohn's disease can affect any part of the digestive tract.

Choice C reason:

The presence or absence of blood in stool is not a definitive indicator of either Crohn's disease or ulcerative colitis, as both conditions can involve bleeding.

Choice D reason:

This statement is correct. A pattern of distinct exacerbations and remissions is more characteristic of Crohn's disease, whereas ulcerative colitis often presents with continuous, chronic symptoms.

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Correct Answer is C

Explanation

Choice A reason:

McBurney's point is a point on the right side of the abdomen that is one-third of the distance from the anterior superior iliac spine to the umbilicus

Choice B reason:

McBurney's point is a point on the right side of the abdomen that is one-third of the distance from the anterior superior iliac spine to the umbilicus

Choice C reason:

McBurney's point is a point on the right side of the abdomen that is one-third of the distance from the anterior superior iliac spine to the umbilicus

Choice D reason:

McBurney's point is a point on the right side of the abdomen that is one-third of the distance from the anterior superior iliac spine to the umbilicus

A. Chronic gastritis B. Atelectasis C. Pneumonia D. Malignant hyperthermia E. Metabolic imbalances

Correct Answer is ["B","C","E"]

Explanation

Choice A reason:

Chronic gastritis is not a common immediate postoperative complication of gastric surgery. It is more related to long-term gastric health.

Choice B reason:

Correct. Atelectasis, or partial lung collapse, is a potential complication postoperatively, especially in abdominal surgery. The nurse should assess for signs such as decreased breath sounds and reduced oxygen saturation.

Choice C reason:

Correct. Pneumonia is a potential complication due to reduced lung function and shallow breathing after surgery. The nurse should monitor for signs like fever, increased respiratory rate, and abnormal breath sounds.

Choice D reason:

Malignant hyperthermia is a rare complication related to certain types of anesthesia agents. It is not a common complication after gastric surgery

Choice E reason:

Correct. Metabolic imbalances, such as electrolyte disturbances or changes in blood glucose levels, can occur after gastric surgery. The nurse should monitor for signs like weakness, confusion, and abnormal laboratory values.

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