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kshipps

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Which type of stool would the nurse assess in a client with an illness that causes the stool to pass through the large intestine quickly?
 
  A) Hard, formed
  B) Black, tarry
  C) Soft, watery
  D) Dry, odorous

Question 2

The nursing instructor informs a student nurse that a client she is caring for has a chronic neurologic condition that decreases the client's peristalsis. What nursing diagnosis is the most likely risk for this client?
 
  A) Constipation
  B) Diarrhea
  C) Deficient fluid volume
  D) Excessive fluid volume


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soda0602

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Reply #1 on: Jul 23, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Ans: C
About 800 to 1,000 mL of liquid is absorbed daily by the large intestine. When absorption does not occur properly, such as when the waste products pass through the large intestine rapidly, the stool is soft and watery.

Answer to Question 2

Ans: A
Peristalsis is defined as the contractions of the circular and longitudinal muscles of the intestine. Decreased peristalsis will result in constipation because the movement of the fecal mass will occur at a slower rate and more fluid will be absorbed in the colon.


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Reply 2 on: Jul 23, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)

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YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

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