This topic contains a solution. Click here to go to the answer

Author Question: During the physical assessment of a client, the nurse observes flat, round, colored, nonpalpable ... (Read 53 times)

Bob-Dole

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 547
During the physical assessment of a client, the nurse observes flat, round, colored, nonpalpable areas on the face. How should the nurse document this finding?
 
  A) Papules
  B) Macules
  C) Pustules
  D) Nodules

Question 2

A nurse is assessing a client with constipation and severe rectal pain. Which of the following actions should the nurse perform to determine the presence of fecal impaction?
 
  A) Inserted a lubricated, gloved finger into the rectum.
  B) Facilitate a barium enema.
  C) Insert a lubricated rectal tube into the rectum.
  D) Administer an oil retention enema into the rectum.



Related Topics

Need homework help now?

Ask unlimited questions for free

Ask a Question
Marked as best answer by a Subject Expert

bblaney

  • Sr. Member
  • ****
  • Posts: 323
Answer to Question 1

B
Feedback:
The nurse should document this finding as macules. A papule is an elevated, palpable solid. A pustule is an elevated, raised border filled with pus. A nodule is an elevated, solid mass, deeper and firmer than a papule.

Answer to Question 2

A
Feedback:
The nurse should insert a lubricated, gloved finger into the rectum to determine the presence of fecal impaction. Fecal impaction occurs when a large, hardened mass of stool interferes with defecation. Obtaining a barium enema is not a good idea because the barium retained in the intestine causes fecal impaction. Insertion of a rectal tube and administration of an oil retention enema are measures used to remove hardened stool, not assess it.




Bob-Dole

  • Member
  • Posts: 547
Reply 2 on: Jul 22, 2018
:D TYSM


aliotak

  • Member
  • Posts: 326
Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Gracias!

 

Did you know?

If you could remove all of your skin, it would weigh up to 5 pounds.

Did you know?

In 2012, nearly 24 milliion Americans, aged 12 and older, had abused an illicit drug, according to the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA).

Did you know?

Nearly 31 million adults in America have a total cholesterol level that is more than 240 mg per dL.

Did you know?

More than nineteen million Americans carry the factor V gene that causes blood clots, pulmonary embolism, and heart disease.

Did you know?

Urine turns bright yellow if larger than normal amounts of certain substances are consumed; one of these substances is asparagus.

For a complete list of videos, visit our video library