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The nurse is educating a group of patients about high-fiber dietary selections. Which patient menu selection indicates that the nurse's teaching has been successful?
 
  a. Turkey sandwich on whole wheat toast, pears, and tea
  b. Grilled chicken, corn, and water
  c. Cheese pizza, salad, and milk
  d. Bacon, lettuce, and tomato sandwich on sourdough, blackberry compote, and orange juice

Question 2

The nursing is planning care for a patient with an acute exacerbation of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). Which action(s) is/are most important for the nurse to include in the care plan? (select all that apply.)
 
  a. Assess number and character of stools.
  b. Auscultate bowel sounds.
  c. Obtain weights each shift.
  d. Encouraging periods of rest.
  e. Assess for internal bleeding.



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Answer to Question 1

wohoo thank youuu.

Answer to Question 2

A, B, D, E
For an acute attack of IBD, care includes monitoring the number and character of stools, periodic auscultation of bowel sounds, and checking for signs of internal bleeding, electrolyte imbalances, or anemia. The nurse should carefully monitor intake and output, but daily weights are sufficient.




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Reply 2 on: Jun 25, 2018
Excellent


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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

 

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