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NUR 242 MED SURG EXAM ACTUAL EXAM WITH 200 QUESTIONS AND VERIFIED ANSWERS (ALREADY GRADED A+) GALEN UNIVERSITY OF NURSING Crohn's disease: The patient who is acutely ill may need to have - ANSWER-total bowel rest and receive parenteral nutrition. This usually is through hyperalimentation...

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NUR 242 MED SURG EXAM 3 2024-2025 ACTUAL EXAM WITH

200 QUESTIONS AND VERIFIED ANSWERS (ALREADY

GRADED A+) GALEN UNIVERSITY OF NURSING

Crohn's disease: The patient who is acutely ill may need to have -
ANSWER-total bowel rest and receive parenteral nutrition. This
usually is through hyperalimentation.



Crohn's disease: Anxiety is - ANSWER-common for newly
diagnosed patients and therapeutic communication about the
disease is critical to treatment



When medical management for Ulcerative colitis is not successful
surgical intervention will result in the patient having an -
ANSWER-ostomy



A stoma is created on the abdomen where an appliance is applied
to - ANSWER-retain stool

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Stoma pouch is emptied at intervals and always before it is -
ANSWER-half full. Apply a skin barrier directly to stoma prior to
application of pouch system



Ulcerative Colitis involves only the - ANSWER-large intestine.



Hemorrhages and abscess occur in - ANSWER-ulcerative colitis



Blood, mucous, and pus can be noted in the stools of the patient
with - ANSWER-ulcerative colitis as well as an urgent sensation
to defecate



Ulcerative colitis patients report - ANSWER-weight loss, anorexia,
fatigue, and weakness



The patient with ulcerative colitis may experience a - ANSWER-
fever



Pain is in the lower left quadrant (LLQ) in - ANSWER-ulcerative
colitis

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Ulcerative colitis Diagnostic studies include a - ANSWER-CBC to
assess for anemia, leukocytosis from inflammation and abscess
formation. Serum albumin and folic acid levels which may be low
due to malabsorption. Stool examinations for blood and stool
cultures are ordered to rule out infections



Diverticulitis occurs when - ANSWER-one or more diverticula
become inflamed or infected.



Diverticula are - ANSWER-small, bulging pouches that can form
anywhere in the digestive system, including the esophagus,
stomach, small intestine, and most commonly in the large
intestine



Diverticulitis medical treatment includes a - ANSWER-liquid or
low-fiber diet and antibiotics. Rest is also needed. Over-the-
counter pain reliever, such as acetaminophen (Tylenol) may be
taken.

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Diverticulitis: Opioids are avoided if possible as the tend to be -
ANSWER-constipating and may aggravate the problem



Diverticulitis patients should void the use of - ANSWER-over-the-
counter (OTC) laxatives to prevent constipation, monitor for signs
of bleeding, and limit intake of dietary fat



Hepatitis is a widespread inflammation of the - ANSWER-liver that
results in degeneration and necrosis of liver cells



Hepatitis A has an incubation period of - ANSWER-15 to 50 days



Hepatitis A is spread via the - ANSWER-fecal-oral route by fecal
contamination either from person-to-person contact or by
consuming contaminated food or water



Hepatitis a is more common in countries with - ANSWER-poor
sanitation (handwashing) are most at risk

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