Author Question: The nurse reviews discharge instructions for a client recovering from a hemorrhoidectomy. Which ... (Read 122 times)

gbarreiro · **on:** Jun 25, 2018

The nurse reviews discharge instructions for a client recovering from a hemorrhoidectomy. Which statements indicate that teaching has been effective? (Select all that apply.)

1. I should take a stool softener as prescribed.
2. I should maintain bed rest for several weeks.
3. I should drink at least 2 quarts of fluid each day.
4. I should avoid eating all fresh fruit and vegetables.
5. I should take a sitz bath after each bowel movement for 1 to 2 weeks after surgery.

Question 2

The nurse suspects that a client is experiencing diverticular disease. What assessment findings did the nurse use to come to this conclusion? (Select all that apply.)

1. Extreme thirst
2. Low-grade fever
3. Left-sided abdominal pain
4. Pain identified as being cramping
5. Pain rating 8 on a scale from 1 to 10

Viet Thy · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 25, 2018

Answer to Question 1

Answer: 1, 3, 5

1. The client should be instructed to take stool softeners as prescribed.
2. The client should be instructed to exercise moderately.
3. The client should be instructed to drink at least 2 quarts of fluid per day.
4. The client should be instructed to eat adequate dietary fiber.
5. The client should be instructed to take a sitz bath after each bowel movement for 1 to 2 weeks after surgery.

Answer to Question 2

Answer: 2, 3, 4, 5

1. Extreme thirst is not a manifestation of diverticular disease.
2. Low-grade fever may occur with diverticular disease.
3. Pain is a common manifestation of diverticulitis. It is usually left sided.
4. Pain is a common manifestation of diverticulitis. It may be cramping.
5. Pain is a common manifestation of diverticulitis. It may be severe.