Fundamentals Of Nursing NCLEX Quiz 16

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1.

A patient with the diagnosis of diverticulosis is advised to eat a diet high in fiber. What should the nurse recommend that the patient eat to best increase the bulk and fecal material?
- A.
  
  Whole wheat bread
- B.
  
  White rice
- C.
  
  Pasta
- D.
  
  Kale
2.

Which statement by a patient with an ileostomy alert the nurse to the need for further education?
- A.
  
  “I don’t expect to have much of a problem with fecal odor.”
- B.
  
  “I will have to take special precaution to protect my skin around the stoma.”
- C.
  
  “I’m going to have to irrigate my stoma so I have a bowel movement every morning.”
- D.
  
  “I should avoid gas forming foods like beans to limit funny noises from the stoma.”
3.

A practitioner orders a return flow enema (Harris flush drip) for an adult patient with flatulence. When preparing to administer this enema The nurse compares the steps of a return flow enema with cleansing enemas. What should the nurse do that is unique to a return flow enema?
- A.
  
  Lubricate the last 2 inches of the rectal tube.
- B.
  
  Insert the rectal tube about 4 inches into the anus.
- C.
  
  Raise the solution container about 12 inches above the anus.
- D.
  
  Lower the solution container after instilling about 150 mL of solution.
4.

A nurse discourages a patient from straining excessively when attempting to have a bowel movement. What physiological response primarily may be prevented by avoiding straining on defecation?
- A.
  
  Incontinence
- B.
  
  Dysrhythmias
- C.
  
  Fecal impaction
- D.
  
  Rectal hemorrhoids
5.

A nurse is caring for a client who will perform fecal occult blood testing at home. Which of the following information should the nurse include when explaining the procedure to the client?
- A.
  
  Eating more protein is optimal prior to testing.
- B.
  
  One stool specimen is sufficient for testing.
- C.
  
  A red color changes indicates a positive test.
- D.
  
  The specimen cannot be contaminated with urine.
6.

A nurse is talking with a client who reports constipation. When the nurse discusses dietary changes that can help prevent constipation. which of the following foods should the nurse recommend?
- A.
  
  Macaroni and cheese
- B.
  
  Fresh food and whole wheat toast
- C.
  
  Rice pudding and ripe bananas
- D.
  
  Roast chicken and white rice
7.

A nurse is caring for a client who has diarrhea for the past four days. When assessing a client. the nurse should expect which of the following findings? Select all that apply.
- A.
  
  Bradycardia
- B.
  
  Hypotension
- C.
  
  Fever
- D.
  
  Poor skin turgor
- E.
  
  Peripheral edema
8.

A nurse is preparing to administer a cleansing enema to an adult client in preparation for a diagnostic procedure. Which of the following are appropriate steps for the nurse to take? Select all that apply.
- A.
  
  Warm the enema solution prior to installation.
- B.
  
  Position the client on the left side with the right leg flexed forward.
- C.
  
  Lubricate the rectal tube or nozzle.
- D.
  
  Slowly insert the rectal tube about 2 inches.
- E.
  
  Hang the enema container 24 inches above the clients anus
9.

While a nurse is administering a cleansing enema. the client reports abdominal cramping. Which of the following is the appropriate intervention?
- A.
  
  Have a client hold his breath briefly.
- B.
  
  Discontinue the fluid installation.
- C.
  
  Remind the client that cramping is common at this time.
- D.
  
  Lower the enema fluid container.
10.

A client with chronic pulmonary disease has a bluish tinge around the lips. The nurse charts which term to most accurately describe the client’s condition?
- A.
  
  Hypoxia
- B.
  
  Hypoxemia
- C.
  
  Dyspnea
- D.
  
  Cyanosis