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bcretired

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A patient has been admitted for diagnostic procedures including an esophagogastroduode noscopy. The nurse explains to this patient that during this procedure, the physician will
 
  a. use a long, rigid, fiberoptic scope.
  b. order NPO status 1 hour before the procedure.
  c. view the esophagus, stomach, and upper small intestine.
  d. visualize the intestine but cannot remove polyps.

Question 2

The nurse completes discharge teaching for a client admitted to the hospital with renal calculi. Which of the following interventions should the discharge teaching emphasize?
 
  A) Close observation for toxic kidney output.
  B) Fluid intake of approximately 2 L each day.
  C) Interventions for the expected transient incontinence.
  D) Use of a dipstick to monitor for proteinuria.



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Koolkid240

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Answer to Question 1

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The esophagus, stomach, and duodenum can be evaluated not only by endoscopy, but also by the use of a longer flexible fiberoptic scope. This procedure is called an esophagogastroduode noscopy.

Answer to Question 2

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Prevention measures include minimizing urinary stasis, drinking ample fluids, and prompt treatment of urinary tract infections. No incontinence or toxic kidney output is expected. Their urine may be strained but no dipstick assessments are used.




bcretired

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Reply 2 on: Jul 11, 2018
Gracias!


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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Excellent

 

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