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crobinson2013

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on: Jul 23, 2018
What is the hallmark sign of intussusception?
 
  a. Mucus-like stools
  b. Currant jelly-like stools
  c. Tarry, black stools
  d. Green, soft stools

Question 2

After finding the patient with diabetes eating candy, the nurse reminds the patient that the candy will elevate blood sugar levels. The patient's response is: It's only a little bit, and it won't do anything.
 
  Which defense mechanism is the patient using?
  a.
  Conversion
  b.
  Denial
  c.
  Repression
  d.
  Regression


tennis14576

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

ANS: B
The hallmark sign of intussusception is currant jelly stools.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B
The patient is using denial as a defense mechanism. Reality is denied.


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