When collecting a stool specimen for a guaiac (occult blood in ...

[jazziefee]

When collecting a stool specimen for a guaiac (occult blood in stool), the nurse should take a specimen from _____ different parts of the stool.
 
  Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

Question 2

A nurse is caring for a patient experiencing respiratory distress. The physician places an endotracheal tube. The most appropriate nursing diagnosis for this patient is:
 
  a. ineffective coping.
  b. risk for infection.
  c. altered nutrition: less than body requirements.
  d. impaired verbal communication.

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Answer to Question 1

2
two
The selection of different parts of the stool gives a broader testing range of the specimen.

Answer to Question 2

D
Because of the placement of an endotracheal tube, the patient is unable to speak. The nursing diagnosis of impaired verbal communication is most appropriate.

[jazziefee]

Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

[tkempin]

Gracias!