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A 60-year-old woman had a right hemicolectomy and the creation of an ileostomy 4 days ago, and she has been admitted to the postsurgical unit for a 7-day recovery.
 
  The nurse's assessment at the beginning of the shift has focused on common postsurgical complications and the patient's stoma and output. At this stage in the patient's recovery, what type of output should the nurse expect from the patient's ileostomy?
  A) Brown, semi-formed stool
  B) Continuous output of liquid effluent
  C) Intermittent output of semi-liquid stool
  D) Output has not likely begun at this point

Question 2

An adult patient with a history of severe lower back pain has sought care because of a recent exacerbation of his health problem that has been unrelieved by a visit to his chiropractor.
 
  The patient states that he has heard conflicting advice on exercise and activity during periods of back pain. What activity management strategy should the clinic nurse recommend to this patient?
  A) Bed rest for several days, if possible
  B) Maintaining or immediately increasing activity levels
  C) Resting for a day or two and then gradually increasing activity
  D) Alternating periods of activity and rest until relief is obtained


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pikon

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Reply #1 on: Jul 11, 2018
Answer to Question 1

B

Answer to Question 2

C


FButt

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Reply 2 on: Jul 11, 2018
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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