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Glenda has cholelithiasis (gallstones). You expect her to complain of:

A. Pain in the right upper quadrant, radiating to the shoulder. B. Pain in the right lower quadrant, with rebound tenderness. C. Pain in the left upper quadrant, with shortness of breath. D. Pain in the left lower quadrant, with mild cramping.

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Patients with cholelithiasis often complain of pain in the right upper quadrant, radiating to the shoulder.

Question 2 of 5

Michael, a 42 y.o. man is admitted to the med-surg floor with a diagnosis of acute pancreatitis. His BP is 136/76, pulse 96, Resps 22 and temp 101. His past history includes hyperlipidemia and alcohol abuse. The doctor prescribes an NG tube. Before inserting the tube, you explain the purpose to patient. Which of the following is a most accurate explanation?

A. It empties the stomach of fluids and gas. B. It prevents spasms at the sphincter of Oddi. C. It prevents air from forming in the small intestine and large intestine. D. It removes bile from the gallbladder.

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Explain to the patient that the NG tube is used to empty the stomach of fluids and gas, which helps relieve symptoms of acute pancreatitis.

Question 3 of 5

Which goal of the client's care should take priority during the first days of hospitalization for an exacerbation of ulcerative colitis?

A. Promoting self-care and independence B. Managing diarrhea C. Maintaining adequate nutrition D. Promoting rest and comfort

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Managing diarrhea should take priority during the first days of hospitalization for an exacerbation of ulcerative colitis.

Question 4 of 5

Rob is a 46 y.o. admitted to the hospital with a suspected diagnosis of Hepatitis B. He's jaundiced and reports weakness. Which intervention will you include in his care?

A. Regular exercise. B. A low-protein diet. C. Allow patient to select his meals. D. Rest period after small, frequent meals.

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: For a patient with hepatitis B who is jaundiced and reports weakness, providing rest periods after small, frequent meals is important.

Question 5 of 5

Sitty, a 66 y.o. patient underwent a colostomy for ruptured diverticulum. She did well during the surgery and returned to your med-surg floor in stable condition. You assess her colostomy 2 days after surgery. Which finding do you report to the doctor?

A. Blanched stoma B. Edematous stoma C. Reddish-pink stoma D. Brownish-black stoma

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: A blanched stoma 2 days after colostomy surgery should be reported to the doctor as it may indicate compromised blood flow.

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