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leilurhhh

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on: Jul 11, 2018
Which patient would require special precautions when the nurse is performing a digital rectal exam?
 
  a. Patient with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
  b. Patient with diabetes
  c. Patient with Parkinson disease
  d. Patient with congestive heart failure

Question 2

What would be the most effective action of the nurse when assisting an 85-year-old adult with weak abdominal muscles to defecate?
 
  a. Encourage the use of a bedpan before getting up in the morning.
  b. Place a footstool under the feet of the patient when seated on the toilet.
  c. Insert a finger in the patient's rectum to stimulate the urge to defecate.
  d. Instruct the patient to do isometric exercises to strengthen the abdominal muscles.


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

ANS: D
Persons with a cardiac history may experience vagal stimulation and have a sudden drop in heart rate, resulting in syncope.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B
Placement of a stool under the patient's feet increases intra-abdominal pressure and encourages bearing down (Valsalva maneuver) to accomplish defecation.


leilurhhh

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Reply 2 on: Jul 11, 2018
YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Wow, this really help

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