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anshika

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An ileostomy was performed on a patient for the treatment of debilitating ulcerative colitis disease. A problem the nurse should watch for in patients after this surgery is
 
  a. fluid imbalance.
  b. sexual activity restriction.
  c. skin excoriation.
  d. the collecting appliance being bulky and large.

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It is important to measure and record fluid input and output accurately because this information is used in evaluating a patient's fluid balance and in planning care and treatment. Dehydration is a significant risk for the elderly because:
 
  A) The number of body cells is less, and fewer cells are functioning in the body.
  B) Total body fat as a proportion of the body's composition increases with age.
  C) Cellular solids and bone mass decrease with age affecting the ability to balance.
  D) Extracellular fluid remains constant, but intracellular fluid decreases with age.


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Kimmy

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

C
The nurse should assess the peristomal skin for impairment of integrity.

Answer to Question 2

D
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Although all the statements are true, only the loss of intracellular fluid is a cause of increased risk of dehydration.


anshika

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Reply 2 on: Jul 11, 2018
Excellent

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:D TYSM

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