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ssal

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on: Jul 22, 2018
A patient with a new colostomy has many needs. The care that a nurse plans for the patient will include which of the following? Select all that apply.
 
  1. Administering pain medication as ordered and needed
  2. Emptying the appliance bag when half full to limit skin excoriation
  3. Being careful to avoid eye contact while providing ostomy care
  4. Giving the patient a list of foods that are known to increase flatus
  5. Determining educational needs of the patient and family members who will be involved in the patient's care

Question 2

A patient was seen in the clinic for removal of a fecal impaction. A nurse provides patient teaching to help prevent recurrent constipation and impaction. Which of the following instructions might the nurse include in the teaching? Select all that apply.
 
  1. Try not to delay toileting when the urge to defecate occurs.
  2. Increase the fiber in your diet.
  3. Limit the amount of fluids you drink prior to eating.
  4. Increase the amount of sugar in your daily diet.
  5. Get some form of exercise daily.


juiceman1987

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Reply #1 on: Jul 22, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: 1, 2, 4, 5

Answer to Question 2

ANS: 1, 2, 5


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