A nurse is preparing a client with severe gastrointestinal reflux ...

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A nurse is preparing a client with severe gastrointestinal reflux disease (GERD) for a test to determine the extent of damage caused by the disorder. Which of the following tests would be ordered for this client?
 
  A) Cholecystogram
  B) Lower GI series
  C) Colonoscopy
  D) Esophagogastroduode noscopy (EGD)

Question 2

Which of the following clients would most likely use telemonitoring in his or her healthcare management?
 
  A) A client who has diabetes mellitus
  B) A client who has a pacemaker
  C) A client who has bipolar disorder
  D) A client who has cerebral palsy

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Answer to Question 1

D
Feedback:
Esophagogastroduode noscopy (EGD) provides direct visualization of the esophagus, stomach, and duodenum to determine damage to these structures. A cholecystogram (gallbladder series) may be ordered to show the outline of the gallbladder and any existing gallstones. A lower GI series, or barium enema, is given to examine the contours of the lower bowel. Colonoscopy can be used to follow up on abnormal x-ray examinations. It can help identify growths and inflammatory disease of the lower GI tract.

Answer to Question 2

B
Feedback:
Telemonitoring refers to the management of remote care between the client at home and the health care professional, using electronic technology. Telemonitoring applies to the transmission of data including blood pressure, oxygenation levels, ECG readings, and EEG readings.