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burton19126

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A client is recovering from an endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatog ram (ERCP). Which of the following should the nurse assess as possible complications from this procedure? (Select all that apply.)
 
  1. Perforation of the stomach
  2. Perforated duodenum
  3. Pancreatitis
  4. Aspiration of gastric contents
  5. Anaphylactic reaction to the contrast dye
  6. Perforated bladder

Question 2

During the examination of a female client's breasts, the nurse determines that which of the following assessment findings would be normal?
 
  1. Nipple discharge
  2. Masses
  3. Scaling
  4. Symmetrical nipples



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Answer to Question 1

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Potential complications of an ERCP are perforated stomach and duodenum, pancreatitis, anaphylactic reaction to the contrast diet, aspiration of gastric contents, and reaction to anesthesia. A perforated bladder is a possible complication from a paracentesis.

Answer to Question 2

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Symmetrical nipples would be considered a normal finding. All the other options are abnormal findings.





 

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