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elizabeth18

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on: Jun 25, 2018
The physician orders a nasogastric (NG) tube for the client with pancreatitis. The nurse explains that the purpose of the tube is:
 
  1. control of fluid and electrolyte balance.
  2. removal of irritants.
  3. relief from nausea and vomiting.
  4. reduction of pancreatic secretions.

Question 2

A 45-year-old client has been on oral contraceptives for 24 years. The nurse discusses the possible risk of developing:
 
  1. cholecystitis.
  2. hepatitis.
  3. kidney stones.
  4. cholelithiasis.


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connor417

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Reply #1 on: Jun 25, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Answer: 4

1. Fluid and electrolyte balance are established by intravenous fluid therapy.
2. It may remove irritants but that is not the main purpose of the tube.
3. It may relieve nausea, but that is not the main purpose of the tube.
4. Keeping the client NPO and inserting an NG tube decrease enzyme production by the pancreas, allowing the organ to rest.

Answer to Question 2

Answer: 4

1. Oral contraceptives do not increase the risk for developing cholecystitis.
2. Oral contraceptives do not increase the risk for developing hepatitis.
3. Oral contraceptives do not increase the risk for developing kidney stones.
4. Use of oral contraceptives is a risk factor for development of gallstones, or cholelithiasis.


elizabeth18

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Reply 2 on: Jun 25, 2018
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Excellent

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