N213: Health Differences Across the Life Span 3

N213: Health Differences Across the Lifespan 3 Study Guide 41. Crohn’s disease is most commonly manifestedby: a. Diarrhea with gross blood and weight loss b. Diarrhea and severe migraine headaches c. Intermittent diarrhea and abdominal pain d. Anorexia, nausea, vomiting, and constipation 42. The first symptom of juvenile idiopathic arthritis in young children isusually: a. Pericarditis b. Decreased range of motion c. Limping d. Sustained fever 43. What would be the most appropriate goal for a patient that has diverticulitis? Your patient will: a. Report any narrowing of stools that are mixed with pus and mucous b. Limit fluid intake to no more than one liter daily c. Consume a high fiber and high protein diet d. Limit physical activity to promote bowel rest 44. You are the emergency room nurse taking care of a patient who has taken an overdose of aspirin. Your patient is awake and alert. You should be prepared to assist with the administration of: a. Anti-emetics b. Oxygen c. Sedatives d. Diuretics 45. The nurse is preparing a 17-year-old male for discharge after a same day inguinal hernia repair. In teaching about resuming physical activity, which statement indicates the patient understands the teaching? a. “I understand I won’t have to go to gym class for 12weeks.” b. “I won’t be able to participate in weight lifting competitions anymore.” c. “I won’t be able to ride my bicycle for aweek.” d. “I will be able to resume my basketball playing in three weeks.”

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