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CORALGRILL2014

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on: Jul 11, 2018
When explaining the difference between a colostomy and an ileostomy, the nurse tells the patient that an ileostomy:
 
  a. is always permanent.
  b. drains semi-liquid stool.
  c. has a much larger stoma.
  d. does not need a pouch.

Question 2

When lifting or moving a patient, the nurse should protect his or her back by:
 
  a. lowering the height of the bed.
  b. holding the back straight with locked knees.
  c. bending knees and hips.
  d. getting the patient to the side of the bed.


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

B
The ileostomy is higher in the GI tract and drains semi-liquid stool. The ileostomy is very similar in appearance to the colostomy, may not be permanent, and needs a pouch.

Answer to Question 2

C
The nurse's back can be well protected when he or she bends knees and hips.


CORALGRILL2014

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Reply 2 on: Jul 11, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)

sarah_brady415

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Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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