A client is being assessed for gastrointestinal system dysfunction. The nurse realizes an impairment of this function could affect which of the following? (Select all that apply.)
1. Absorption of food
2. Digestion of food
3. Metabolism of food
4. Utilization of oxygen
5. Synthesis of red blood cells
6. Filtering of water
Question 2The nurse begins to experience red, itchy hands after using gloves for client care. Which of the following should the nurse consider as causing these symptoms?
1. Seasonal allergies
2. Influenza
3. Latex allergy
4. Serum sickness
Question 3A client is scheduled for an abdominal paracentesis. Which of the following should the nurse instruct the client to do before the procedure?
1. Empty the bladder.
2. Drink a large glass of water.
3. Eat a full meal.
4. Sleep for several hours.
Question 4A client calls for the nurse and says that her mouth has been itchy since she ate lunch. Which of the following should the nurse do to assist the client?
1. Ask the client if she has ever been diagnosed with a food allergy.
2. Ask the physician to prescribe an oral steroid.
3. Assess the client's vital signs.
4. Assess the client's tongue and throat
Question 5A client is diagnosed with insufficient hydrochloric acid in the stomach. The nurse realizes this client will most likely need which of the following vitamin supplements?
1. A
2. B-12
3. C
4. D
Question 6A client is experiencing intense pruritis from contact dermatitis. Which of the following would be helpful for this client?
1. Administer hydroxyzine HCL as prescribed.
2. Cover the area with a warm compress.
3. Instruct to scratch the skin with finger pads.
4. Increase ambulation when itching occurs.
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