Exam 30: Common Disorders of the Large Intestine

In a client diagnosed with large bowel obstruction,an abdominal x-ray is performed,which shows the presence of free air under the diaphragm.After the diagnosis,the nurse initiates prophylactic antibiotic therapy and fluid replacement therapy per the directions of the primary healthcare provider.Which outcome in the client indicates the effectiveness of the therapy?

In a client diagnosed with terminal ileal disease,the nurse administers cholestyramine.Which outcome in the client indicates the effectiveness of the medication?

In a client diagnosed with terminal ileal disease,the primary health care provider prescribed sulfasalazine.Which outcome in the client indicates the effectiveness of the therapy?

A primary healthcare provider suspects diverticular disease in a client.Which diagnostic test would the primary health care provider order to visualize the lower bowel?

A female client is admitted to the hospital with a complaint of abdominal pain that originates in the umbilical region and radiates to the right lower quadrant.The primary health care provider has ordered a urinalysis.How will this help the primary health care provider in diagnosing the client's condition?

Which condition shows an elevated level of white blood cells? Select all that apply.

What is a characteristic feature of ulcerative colitis?

Which diagnostic test will help the nurse to confirm pancreatitis in the client?

The nursing instructor is discussing the physical assessment findings for hemorrhoids.Which statement made by the student nurse indicates effective learning?

Which disorder is characterized by the presence of cobblestoning upon examining the colon?

The primary health care provider asks a client to lie down facing upwards and flex the right thigh at the hip.The client says,"I cannot do this.This position is hurting my abdomen." Which sign of appendicitis would the nurse suspect in this client?

Which is the largest serous membrane in the body?

Which diagnostic test should the primary health care provider order to get the most accurate information related to appendicitis?

Which part of the gastrointestinal (GI)tract is involved in the production of protective mucous?

Upon physical examination,the nurse detects abdominal tenderness,increased bowel sounds accompanied by signs of borborygmi,abdominal distension,and tympany on percussion.Which diagnostic test will confirm Crohn's disease in the client?

Which disorder of the large intestine may require laparoscopic surgery to unwind the intestine?

The nursing instructor teaches a group of student nurses about the diagnosis of irritable bowel syndrome.After the teaching session,the nursing instructor asks the student nurse to determine the presence of lactose intolerance in a client with irritable bowel syndrome.Which intervention by the student nurse indicates effective learning?

The nursing instructor is teaching a group of student nurses about the use of antibiotics in a client diagnosed with appendicitis.Which statement made by the student nurse indicates effective learning?

The nursing instructor taught a group of student nurses about the physical examination of clients with appendicitis.In the practical session,the instructor asks one of the student nurses to assess the signs of rebound tenderness in the client.Which assessment by the student nurse indicates effective learning?

Which side effect will the nurse observe in a client who is on epinephrine therapy?