Nursing Elites

1. You’re preparing a teaching plan for a 27 y.o. named Jeff who underwent surgery to close a temporary ileostomy. Which nutritional guideline do you include in this plan?

• A. There is no need to change eating habits.
• B. Eat six small meals a day.
• C. Eat the largest meal in the evening.
• D. Restrict fluid intake.

Correct answer: B

Rationale: After ileostomy closure surgery, it is recommended to eat six small meals a day to aid digestion and absorption.

2. Which of the following factors is believed to be linked to Crohn’s disease?

• A. Constipation
• B. Diet
• C. Hereditary
• D. Lack of exercise

Correct answer: C

Rationale: Crohn's disease is believed to have a hereditary link, with genetic factors playing a significant role in its development.

3. In a client with Crohn’s disease, which of the following symptoms should not be a direct result from antibiotic therapy?

• A. Decrease in bleeding
• B. Decrease in temperature
• C. Decrease in body weight
• D. Decrease in the number of stools

Correct answer: C

Rationale: Decrease in body weight is not a direct result of antibiotic therapy but may occur due to the underlying disease process.

4. Which of the following factors should be the main focus of nursing management for a client hospitalized for cholecystitis?

• A. Administration of antibiotics
• B. Assessment for complications
• C. Preparation for lithotripsy
• D. Preparation for surgery

Correct answer: B

Rationale: Assessment for complications should be the main focus of nursing management for a client hospitalized for cholecystitis.

5. Hepatic encephalopathy develops when the blood level of which substance increases?

• A. Ammonia
• B. Amylase
• C. Calcium
• D. Potassium

Correct answer: A

Rationale: Hepatic encephalopathy develops when the blood level of ammonia increases.

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