An older patient is diagnosed with a large peptic ulcer. Which ...

[KimWrice]

An older patient is diagnosed with a large peptic ulcer. Which information will the nurse use from the patient's history to help identify the cause for this ulcer? Standard Text: Select all that apply.
 
  1. Allergy to penicillin
  2. History of cataract surgery several months ago
  3. Taking prescribed medication for hypertension
  4. Taking ibuprofen (Motrin) for chronic bursitis pain
  5. Prescribed warfarin (Coumadin) for chronic atrial fibrillation

Question 2

A nurse interviews an older nondiabetic client during an appointment for a yearly physical examination. Which of the statements made by the client are most suggestive of a possible diagnosis of diabetes?
 
  A) I feel a bit tired by midafternoon and take a 30-minute nap most days.
  B) I've been experiencing blurred vision frequently during the past month.
  C) I sometimes have muscle aches in my upper legs at night.
  D) I'm slightly winded when I walk up a flight of stairs but it passes quickly.

[moormoney]

Answer to Question 1

4,5
Rationale: An allergy to penicillin would not contribute to the development of a peptic ulcer.

Answer to Question 2

B