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bobthebuilder

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A careful history of a female client with a chief complaint of intermittent diarrhea reveals that she also experiences bouts of constipation. She has no known allergies and experienced no unintentional weight loss. What is the most likely condition?
 
  A. Inflammatory bowel disease
  B. Irritable bowel syndrome
  C. Giardiasis
  D. Lactose intolerance

Question 2

The nurse practitioner is discussing lifestyle changes with a patient diagnosed with gastroesophageal reflux. What are the nonpharmacological management interventions that should be included?
 
  A. Weight reduction and rest 30 minutes after each meal in the supine position
  B. Elevation of head of the bed 4-6 inches on blocks and weight reduction
  C. Encouraged to wear restrictive clothing to add support for diaphragmatic breathing
  D. Using oral mints to relieve gastric distress



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Answer to Question 1

B

Answer to Question 2

B



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