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During a physical assessment, the nurse notes that a patient has bright red blood in the feces. The nurse recognizes that the bleeding is most likely caused by:
 
  a. bleeding in the upper intestinal tract.
  b. bleeding in the lower intestinal tract.
  c. bleeding in the entire intestinal tract.
  d. consumption of cranberry juice.

Question 2

The nurse is caring for a patient with a diagnosis of catatonic schizophrenia. The behavior consistent with this diagnosis is the patient:
 
  a. talks excitedly about going home.
  b. suspiciously watches the staff.
  c. stands on one foot for 15 minutes.
  d. states he has a cat under his bed that talks to him.


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Fayaz00962

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

B
Bright red blood in the feces indicates active bleeding from the lower portion of the intestinal tract.

Answer to Question 2

C
Maintaining a rigid pose for long periods of time is an example of behavior expected from a catatonic schizophrenic.


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Reply 2 on: Jul 11, 2018
Wow, this really help

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YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

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