The nurse would be especially observant for the indication of constipation in the patient who is taking:
a. antibiotics for an upper respiratory infection.
b. hormones for postmenopausal symptoms.
c. iron supplements for anemia.
d. nonsteroidal inhalants for chronic pulmonary obstructive disease (COPD).
Question 2
The nurse explains that a diet low in dietary fiber results in a small stool that:
a. moves rapidly through the intestines.
b. becomes excessively dry.
c. over stimulates the defecation reflex.
d. contributes to frequent bowel movements.
When working with the patient with impaired hearing, the interpreter needs to direct questions to th
Application of an ostomy bag or pouch: B, An ostomy nurse applying an ostomy bag to a stoma;
The medical assistant often has to reassure and comfort the patient before effective communication c
The medical assistant is measuring the urine output from a patient who has an indwelling Foley ...
Chest X-ray of a patient with emphysema.
Koplik spots in the mouth of a patient with measles.