NSG 3100 EXAM 3 WITH VERIFIED
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS|| GUARANTEED
PASS|| LATEST UPDATE 2026
What are the causes of flatulence? (3) - ANSWER-1. Bacteria action on chyme
in intestines
2. Swallowed air
3. Gas diffused from bloodstream into intestines
What would be included in patient teaching for a patient who complains of
frequent flatulence? - ANSWER-1. Limit carbonated beverages
2. Limit straws & chewing gum
3. Limit gas-forming foods
What are complications of persistent diarrhea? - ANSWER-Fluid & electrolyte
imbalance/skin breakdown
Constipation is characterized by how many bowel movements per week? -
ANSWER-Fewer than 3
What is an ostomy and what is their purpose? - ANSWER-An opening for the
GI, urinary, or respiratory tract onto the skin to divert and drain fecal matter
Where does a gastostomy occur? - ANSWER-Through the abdominal wall into
the stomach
,Where does a jejunostomy occur? - ANSWER-Through the abdominal wall into
the jejunum
Where does a iletostomy occur? - ANSWER-The ileum (small bowell) *liquid
stool, minimal odor*
Where does a colostomy occur? - ANSWER-Anywhere in the colon (large
intestine) *liquid stool, strong odor*
What is a stoma? - ANSWER-The opening created in the abdominal wall by the
ostomy
What is tested in the blood urea nitrogen (BUN) test? - ANSWER-Kidney
function by showing the amount of urea nitrogen in the blood
What does Creatinine measure? - ANSWER-Kidney function by showing how
well your kidneys are filtering waste from your blood
What does serum osmolality measure? - ANSWER-A measure of solute
concentration of blood
What are important considerations before implementing a diagnostic exam? (6)
- ANSWER-1. Type of sample needed & how long it will be collected
2. Does the client need to be NPO?
3. Does the test include contrast or dye?
4. Will medication be given or withheld?
5. How long will the test take?
6. Is a consent form required?
, What does a capillary blood specimen (Accucheck) test> - ANSWER-Current
blood glucose levels
For the most accurate reading, should the accucheck be completed directly
before or directly after meals? - ANSWER-Before meals
Why should you obtain the capillary blood specimen from the lateral aspect of
the finger's side instead of the fingertip? - ANSWER-To avoid nerve endings
and calloused areas
Upon helping your patient to the bathroom, what should you document
regarding the urine or bowel movement? (5) - ANSWER-1. Color
2. Odor
3. Amount
4. Consistency
5. Condition of the perineal area
When are laxatives contraindicated? - ANSWER-Patients with acute abdomen,
abdominal pain, colic, nausea, & cramps.
What is the purpose for administering a cleansing enema? - ANSWER-To
remove all fecal mater
What is the purpose for administering a carminative enema? - ANSWER-To
expel flatus
What is the purpose for administering a retention (oil) enema? - ANSWER-
Facilitates passage of feces and treat infections from helminths such as worms
and parasites
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS|| GUARANTEED
PASS|| LATEST UPDATE 2026
What are the causes of flatulence? (3) - ANSWER-1. Bacteria action on chyme
in intestines
2. Swallowed air
3. Gas diffused from bloodstream into intestines
What would be included in patient teaching for a patient who complains of
frequent flatulence? - ANSWER-1. Limit carbonated beverages
2. Limit straws & chewing gum
3. Limit gas-forming foods
What are complications of persistent diarrhea? - ANSWER-Fluid & electrolyte
imbalance/skin breakdown
Constipation is characterized by how many bowel movements per week? -
ANSWER-Fewer than 3
What is an ostomy and what is their purpose? - ANSWER-An opening for the
GI, urinary, or respiratory tract onto the skin to divert and drain fecal matter
Where does a gastostomy occur? - ANSWER-Through the abdominal wall into
the stomach
,Where does a jejunostomy occur? - ANSWER-Through the abdominal wall into
the jejunum
Where does a iletostomy occur? - ANSWER-The ileum (small bowell) *liquid
stool, minimal odor*
Where does a colostomy occur? - ANSWER-Anywhere in the colon (large
intestine) *liquid stool, strong odor*
What is a stoma? - ANSWER-The opening created in the abdominal wall by the
ostomy
What is tested in the blood urea nitrogen (BUN) test? - ANSWER-Kidney
function by showing the amount of urea nitrogen in the blood
What does Creatinine measure? - ANSWER-Kidney function by showing how
well your kidneys are filtering waste from your blood
What does serum osmolality measure? - ANSWER-A measure of solute
concentration of blood
What are important considerations before implementing a diagnostic exam? (6)
- ANSWER-1. Type of sample needed & how long it will be collected
2. Does the client need to be NPO?
3. Does the test include contrast or dye?
4. Will medication be given or withheld?
5. How long will the test take?
6. Is a consent form required?
, What does a capillary blood specimen (Accucheck) test> - ANSWER-Current
blood glucose levels
For the most accurate reading, should the accucheck be completed directly
before or directly after meals? - ANSWER-Before meals
Why should you obtain the capillary blood specimen from the lateral aspect of
the finger's side instead of the fingertip? - ANSWER-To avoid nerve endings
and calloused areas
Upon helping your patient to the bathroom, what should you document
regarding the urine or bowel movement? (5) - ANSWER-1. Color
2. Odor
3. Amount
4. Consistency
5. Condition of the perineal area
When are laxatives contraindicated? - ANSWER-Patients with acute abdomen,
abdominal pain, colic, nausea, & cramps.
What is the purpose for administering a cleansing enema? - ANSWER-To
remove all fecal mater
What is the purpose for administering a carminative enema? - ANSWER-To
expel flatus
What is the purpose for administering a retention (oil) enema? - ANSWER-
Facilitates passage of feces and treat infections from helminths such as worms
and parasites
