Author Question: The instructor asks a group of nursing students to explain the function of the omentum. The students ... (Read 226 times)

oliviahorn72 · **on:** Jun 25, 2018

The instructor asks a group of nursing students to explain the function of the omentum. The students will respond based on which pathophysiologic principle?

A)
It holds organs in place.
B)
It attaches the jejunum and ileum to the abdominal wall.
C)
It has lots of mobility and moves around in the peritoneal cavity with peristaltic movements.
D)
It is mainly there to prevent any noxious substance from inner into the gut.

Question 2

A 73-year-old man presents to his family physician with complaints of recent urinary hesitation and is eventually diagnosed with benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH).

Which of the following clinical consequences would his care provider expect prior to the resolution of his health problem?
A)
Hydroureter and pain
B)
Development of renal calculi and renal cysts
C)
Unilateral hydronephrosis and pain
D)
Development of glomerulonephritis or nephrotic syndrome
Ans:

fatboyy09 · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 25, 2018

Answer to Question 1

Ans:
C

Feedback:

The greater omentum has considerable mobility and moves around in the peritoneal cavity with the peristaltic movements of the intestines. It also cushions the abdominal organs against injury and provides insulation against the loss of body heat. The mesentery holds the organs in place and attaches the jejunum and ileum to the abdominal wall. The mucosal layer acts as a barrier to prevent the entry of noxious substances and pathogenic organisms.

Answer to Question 2

A

Feedback:

Pain and the distention of the distal ureter would be expected manifestations of BPH. Renal calculi, cysts, glomerulonephritis, and nephrotic syndrome are unlikely to develop consequentially, and unilateral hydronephrosis is unlikely, given that the obstruction is below the level of the ureterovesical junction.