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wenmo

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The patient who has been in traction for bilateral femur fractures complains of constipation. Which action(s) should the nurse take? (Select all that apply.)
 
  a. Provide prune juice from the snack cart.
  b. Encourage increased fluid intake.
  c. Arrange for high-fiber foods such as cau-liflower and broccoli.
  d. Administer prescribed stool softeners.
  e. Encourage intake of milk products.

Question 2

The nurse is teaching a patient about peristomal skin care. Which information is most important for the nurse to include? (select all that apply.)
 
  a. Gently remove the faceplate of the ap-pliance to avoid skin irritation.
  b. Washing the peristomal area with a scrub-bing motion to rid the skin of fecal waste.
  c. Thoroughly rinse the skin.
  d. Apply a skin barrier to the peristomal area.
  e. Cut the faceplate to allow a -inch opening around the stoma.



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bblaney

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Answer to Question 1

A, B, C, D
Milk products are constipating. Prune juice, extra fluid, high-fiber foods, and stool softeners will combat constipation.

Answer to Question 2

A, C, D
The faceplate should be removed gently to avoid skin damage; rinsing and drying, and applica-tion of a skin barrier, is essential. Washing should be gentle; the patient should avoid scrubbing that could irritate the skin. The faceplate should allow a -inch opening around the stoma.




wenmo

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Reply 2 on: Jun 25, 2018
Wow, this really help


bigsis44

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Excellent

 

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