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Sherpath; Cholelithiasis Cholecystitis(solved)
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Sherpath;Cholelithiasis/Cholecys
titis(solved)
choledocholithiasis - answer Choledocholithiasis is the
presence of at least one gallstone in the common bile duct.
A 55-year-old obese African American woman has been
admitted for a cholecystectomy to treat cholecystitis. The
patient asks the nurse what factors might have predisposed her
to cholecystitis. Which factors would the nurse mention? -
answer Over the age of 40.
People over the age of 40 have a greater risk of developing
cholelithiasis/cholecystitis.
Being overweight.
Obesity is a risk factor for cholelithiasis/cholecystitis.
, Being female.
Women have a higher incidence of cholelithiasis/cholecystitis.
The nurse is preparing to administer an injection to a patient
being treated for obstructive choledocholithiasis. The patient
has been having severe episodes of nausea and vomiting and
has a temperature of 100.2° F and bleeding gums. Which
actions taken by the nurse will reduce potential complications
from the injection? - answer Apply gentle pressure to the
injection site.
The nurse should apply gentle pressure after the injection to
minimize bleeding at the injection site.
Choose a 23-gauge needle to administer the medication.
The nurse should use the smallest needle possible when
administering an injection to a patient who has a bleeding risk.
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