Author Question: A patient is recovering from a sigmoidoscopy with removal of a benign polyp. What should the nurse ... (Read 61 times)

Hungry! · **on:** Jun 25, 2018

A patient is recovering from a sigmoidoscopy with removal of a benign polyp. What should the nurse include in this patient's discharge instructions?

1. Contact the primary healthcare provider if experiencing large amounts of flatus.
2. Avoid heavy lifting for 2 weeks after procedure.
3. Report abdominal pain, fever, or chills.
4. Beginning the evening after the procedure, eat foods high in fiber.

Question 2

A patient whose diet consists of processed food from fast-food restaurants has painful lesions at the corners of the mouth. How should the nurse document this finding?

1. glossitis
2. gingivitis
3. cheilosis
4. leukoplakia

leeeep · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 25, 2018

Answer to Question 1

Correct Answer: 3
The patient who has had a sigmoidoscopy must report potential complications such as abdominal pain, fever, or chills. Flatus after the procedure is anticipated and does not warrant contacting the physician. Heavy lifting is to be avoided for only 1 week. High-fiber foods are to be avoided for 12 days.

Answer to Question 2

Correct Answer: 3
Cheilosis is the term for painful lesions at the corners of the mouth and is seen with riboflavin and/or niacin deficiency. Glossitis refers to an inflamed tongue. Glossitis refers to an inflamed tongue. Leukoplakia refers to white patches inside the mouth.