A client was admitted to the emergency room with severe abdominal ...

[LaDunn]

A client was admitted to the emergency room with severe abdominal pain, anorexia, chills, skin pallor, a weak and thready pulse of 118, a blood pressure of 70/40, rebound tenderness, and abdominal rigidity. For what should the nurse prepare this client?
 
  1. Treatment for shock
  2. Exploratory laparoscopy
  3. Administration of antibiotics
  4. Diagnostic testing with barium and endoscopy

Question 2

An older client complains about experiencing constipation. What should the nurse suggest that this client consume?
 
  1. Meat
  2. Eggs
  3. Milk
  4. Carrots

[peter]

Answer to Question 1

Answer: 1

1. The assessment findings suggest a perforated appendix with peritonitis.
2. Stabilization of the shock will be necessary before surgery is performed.
3. Antibiotics would be administered after shock is treated.
4. Barium studies would be contraindicated.

Answer to Question 2

Answer: 4

1. Meat is not a good source of fiber.
2. Eggs are not a good source of fiber.
3. Milk is not a good source of fiber.
4. Fresh fruits and vegetables, whole grains, high-fiber breakfast cereals, and unprocessed bran added to other foods are good sources of dietary fiber.

[LaDunn]

Thank you

[peter]

No problemo