« previous next »

Author Question: A 22-year-old man comes to the clinic for an examination after falling off his motorcycle and ... (Read 94 times)

cdr_15

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 546
on: Jun 25, 2018
A 22-year-old man comes to the clinic for an examination after falling off his motorcycle and landing on his left side on the handle bars. The nurse suspects that he may have injured his spleen.
 
  Which of these statements is true regarding assessment of the spleen in this situation?
  a.
  The spleen can be enlarged as a result of trauma.
  b.
  The spleen is normally felt on routine palpation.
  c.
  If an enlarged spleen is noted, then the nurse should thoroughly palpate to determine its size.
  d.
  An enlarged spleen should not be palpated because it can easily rupture.

Question 2

The nurse is aware that one change that may occur in the gastrointestinal system of an aging adult is:
 
  a. Increased salivation.
  b. Increased liver size.
  c. Increased esophageal emptying.
  d. Decreased gastric acid secretion.


al

  • Sr. Member
  • ****
  • Posts: 344
Reply #1 on: Jun 25, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: D
If an enlarged spleen is felt, then the nurse should refer the person and should not continue to palpate it. An enlarged spleen is friable and can easily rupture with overpalpation.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: D
Gastric acid secretion decreases with aging. As one ages, salivation decreases, esophageal emptying is delayed, and liver size decreases.


Related Topics

Need homework help now?

Ask unlimited questions for free

Ask a Question
« previous next »
 

Did you know?

Side effects from substance abuse include nausea, dehydration, reduced productivitiy, and dependence. Though these effects usually worsen over time, the constant need for the substance often overcomes rational thinking.

Did you know?

In the United States, an estimated 50 million unnecessary antibiotics are prescribed for viral respiratory infections.

Did you know?

Pubic lice (crabs) are usually spread through sexual contact. You cannot catch them by using a public toilet.

Did you know?

Adolescents often feel clumsy during puberty because during this time of development, their hands and feet grow faster than their arms and legs do. The body is therefore out of proportion. One out of five adolescents actually experiences growing pains during this period.

Did you know?

To combat osteoporosis, changes in lifestyle and diet are recommended. At-risk patients should include 1,200 to 1,500 mg of calcium daily either via dietary means or with supplements.

The otoscope is positioned in the ear prior to examination of the auditory canal. The otoscope is positioned in the ear prior to examination of the auditory canal.
Glen Hansard and Marketa Irglova - Falling Slowly Glen Hansard and Marketa Irglova - Falling Slowly
The medical assistant escorts the patient into the examination room. The medical assistant escorts the patient into the examination room.
Preparing a Urine Specimen for Microscopic Examination (for Classroom Evaluation Only) Preparing a Urine Specimen for Microscopic Examination (for Classroom Evaluation Only)
Estimated number of new HIV infections per year over time period in Canada Estimated number of new HIV infections per year over time period in Canada
No payments were made on a $2,598 loan during its three-year term. What was the annually ... No payments were made on a $2,598 loan during its three-year term. What was the annually ...
Video: Introduction to Dysrhythmia

For a complete list of videos, visit our video library