The nurse is reviewing the physician's orders written for a client admitted with acute pancreatitis. Which physician order would the nurse question if noted on the client's chart?- Skildor

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The nurse is reviewing the physician's orders written for a client admitted with acute pancreatitis. Which physician order would the nurse question if noted on the client's chart?

A. NPO status B. Insert a nasogastric tube C. An anticholinergic medication D. Morphine for pain

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Morphine for pain should be questioned as it can cause spasms of the sphincter of Oddi, worsening pancreatitis.

Question 2 of 5

An enema is prescribed for a client with suspected appendicitis. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?

A. Prepare 750 ml of irrigating solution warmed to 100*F B. Question the physician about the order C. Provide privacy and explain the procedure to the client D. Assist the client to left lateral Sim's position

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: An enema is contraindicated in clients with suspected appendicitis because it can increase the risk of perforation. It is important to verify the appropriateness of this order with the physician.

Question 3 of 5

In a client with Crohn's disease, which of the following symptoms should not be a direct result from antibiotic therapy?

A. Decrease in bleeding B. Decrease in temperature C. Decrease in body weight D. Decrease in the number of stools

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Decrease in body weight is not a direct result of antibiotic therapy but may occur due to the underlying disease process.

Question 4 of 5

The client being seen in a physician's office has just been scheduled for a barium swallow the next day. The nurse writes down which of the following instructions for the client to follow before the test?

A. Fast for 8 hours before the test B. Eat a regular supper and breakfast C. Continue to take all oral medications as scheduled. D. Monitor own bowel movement pattern for constipation

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Fasting for 8 hours ensures that the stomach is empty, which is necessary for an accurate barium swallow test.

Question 5 of 5

The nurse has given instructions to the client with an ileostomy about foods to eat to thicken the stool. The nurse determines that the client needs further instructions if the client stated to eat which of the following foods to make the stools less watery?

A. Pasta B. Boiled rice C. Bran D. Low-fat cheese

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Bran is high in fiber and should not be consumed to thicken the stool as it will make the stools more watery.

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