This topic contains a solution. Click here to go to the answer
« previous next »

Author Question: Before administering a cleansing enema to an 80-year-old patient, the patient says I don't think I ... (Read 17 times)

soccerdreamer_17

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 552
on: Jul 22, 2018
Before administering a cleansing enema to an 80-year-old patient, the patient says I don't think I will be able to hold the enema. Which is the next priority nursing action?
 
  a. Rolling the patient into right-lying Sims' position
  b. Positioning the patient in the dorsal recumbent position on a bedpan
  c. Inserting a rectal plug to contain the enema solution after administering
  d. Assisting the patient to the bedside commode and administering the enema

Question 2

A nurse is preparing a patient for a magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scan. Which nursing action is most important?
 
  a. Ensuring that the patient does not eat or drink 2 hours before the examination.
  b. Administering a colon cleansing product 6 hours before the examination.
  c. Obtaining an order for a pain medication before the test is performed.
  d. Removing all of the patient's metallic jewelry.


Related Topics

Need homework help now?

Ask unlimited questions for free

Ask a Question
Marked as best answer by a Subject Expert

joshbk44

  • Sr. Member
  • ****
  • Posts: 340
Reply #1 on: Jul 22, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: B
If you suspect the patient of having poor sphincter control, position on bedpan in a comfortable dorsal recumbent position. Patients with poor sphincter control are unable to retain all of the enema solution. Administering an enema with the patient sitting on the toilet is unsafe because it is impossible to safely guide the tubing into the rectum, and it will be difficult for the patient to retain the fluid as he or she is in the position used for emptying the bowel. Rolling the patient into right-lying Sims' position will not help the patient retain the enema. Use of a rectal plug to contain the solution is inappropriate and unsafe.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: D
No jewelry or metal products should be in the same room as an MRI machine because of the high-power magnet used in the machine. The patient needs to be NPO 4 to 6 hours before the examination. Colon cleansing products are not necessary for MRIs. Pain medication is not needed before the examination is performed.


soccerdreamer_17

  • Member
  • Posts: 552
Reply 2 on: Jul 22, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)

mcabuhat

  • Member
  • Posts: 344
Reply 3 on: Yesterday
:D TYSM

« previous next »
 

Did you know?

There are major differences in the metabolism of morphine and the illegal drug heroin. Morphine mostly produces its CNS effects through m-receptors, and at k- and d-receptors. Heroin has a slight affinity for opiate receptors. Most of its actions are due to metabolism to active metabolites (6-acetylmorphine, morphine, and morphine-6-glucuronide).

Did you know?

Certain chemicals, after ingestion, can be converted by the body into cyanide. Most of these chemicals have been removed from the market, but some old nail polish remover, solvents, and plastics manufacturing solutions can contain these substances.

Did you know?

Calcitonin is a naturally occurring hormone. In women who are at least 5 years beyond menopause, it slows bone loss and increases spinal bone density.

Did you know?

Patients who have undergone chemotherapy for the treatment of cancer often complain of a lack of mental focus; memory loss; and a general diminution in abilities such as multitasking, attention span, and general mental agility.

Did you know?

Though the United States has largely rejected the metric system, it is used for currency, as in 100 pennies = 1 dollar. Previously, the British currency system was used, with measurements such as 12 pence to the shilling, and 20 shillings to the pound.

Thyroid scan. The right image is the data from a thyroid scan, printed on a superimposed map of the Thyroid scan. The right image is the data from a thyroid scan, printed on a superimposed map of the
A computerized patient registration form used by offices with electronic health records. A computerized patient registration form used by offices with electronic health records.
Indirect enzyme immunoassay. A patient's antibody reacts with the antigen, which is detected ... Indirect enzyme immunoassay. A patient's antibody reacts with the antigen, which is detected ...
Two lymphocytes that are reactive in a 19-year-old college student with infectious mononucleosis. ... Two lymphocytes that are reactive in a 19-year-old college student with infectious mononucleosis. ...
Head of a patient with tertiary syphilis. Head of a patient with tertiary syphilis.
Video: How to make cDNA Animation

For a complete list of videos, visit our video library