NUR 1023C Exam 2 Review Complete
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Procedure for giving an enema - ANSWER-1. raise the bed to working height
2. adhere 6 rights of medication
3. lace the patient in the left side-lying (Sims) position
4. Make sure a bedpan, commode, or toilet is accessible before beginning. Prepare the enema.
5. Lubricate 6 to 8 cm (3 to 4 inches) of the tip of the rectal tubing or commercial applicator
6. Help the patient relax by instructing the patient to breathe slowly in and out through the mouth.
Insert the tip of the tubing or applicator
7. Administer the enema
8. Remove the tubing/applicator, covering it with a paper towel as it is being removed.
9. Provide instructions to patient: "Retain the solution as long as possible until patient has the urge to
defecate" and "Do not flush the toilet if the patient is using it to expel the solution"
10. assist the patient to the bathroom or onto a bedpan
11. Provide perennial care as needed
Anuria - ANSWER-absence of urine
Dysuria - ANSWER-painful or difficult urination
Oliguria - ANSWER-scanty urination
Colonoscopy Procedure - ANSWER-Pre - patient performs bowel preparation to empty solids from the GI
tract by following a clear liquid diet for 1 to 3 days. Patient NPO several hours before procedure
Post - allow 12 hours for sedatives to wear off
Upper GI exam - ANSWER-Barium Sulfate Radiography:
Pre- Do not eat or drink anything for 4 to 8 hours.
Post - drink extra fluids. Laxative recommended for patients that do not completely pass BaSO4 in 1-2
days
flexible sigmoidoscopy - ANSWER-Pre - patient performs bowel preparation to empty solids from the GI
tract by following a clear liquid diet for 1 to 3 days. Patient NPO several hours before procedure
Post - allow 12 hours for sedatives to wear off
, soap suds enema - ANSWER-Added to tap water or saline to create the effect of intestinal irritation to
stimulate peristalsis. Used with caution on pregnant women and older adults because they cause
electrolyte imbalance or can damage the intestinal mucosa.
oil retention enema - ANSWER-lubricate the stool and intestinal mucosa, easing defecation
medicated enema - ANSWER-provide medications absorbed through the rectal mucosa
Urinary Stress - ANSWER-leakage of urine due to increased intraabdominal pressure that can occur from
coughing, laughing, exercise, or lifting heavy things.
Urinary Urge - ANSWER-Overactive bladder,
urgent need to get to the bathroom.
Diet for constipation - ANSWER-High fluid and fiber, exercise
Diet for diarrhea - ANSWER-BRAT (bananas, rice, applesauce, toast)
Procedure for occult blood - ANSWER-A special diet is prescribed 48 to 72 hours before the test. Foods
that affect the test results and therefore should be avoided are:
beets, broccoli, cantaloupe, carrots, cauliflower, cucumbers, fish, grapefruit, horseradish, mushrooms,
poultry, radishes, red meat, turnips, and vitamin C-enriched foods and beverages.
CT scan Procedure - ANSWER-nothing by mouth for 8 to 12 hours before the test and may be prescribed
a laxative or enema
MRI Precautions - ANSWER--Metallic stents
-Previous projectile injury
-Penile implants
-Artificial limbs -artifacts make it difficult to interpret
-Tattoos - thermal injury possible
-Medication Patches with metal
-Claustrophobia
Paralytic ileus - ANSWER-anesthesia slows down movement of GI tract...monitor a patient after
abdominal surgery
Bladder scan - ANSWER-an ultrasound machine used to estimate the amount of urine in the bladder
Bladder scan procedure - ANSWER-the patient will be required to drink fluid and refrain from voiding
before the procedure
24 hour urine - ANSWER-pooled urine collected over a 24 hr period, beginning in the morning
Latest Actual set with Questions and
correct/verified Answers
Procedure for giving an enema - ANSWER-1. raise the bed to working height
2. adhere 6 rights of medication
3. lace the patient in the left side-lying (Sims) position
4. Make sure a bedpan, commode, or toilet is accessible before beginning. Prepare the enema.
5. Lubricate 6 to 8 cm (3 to 4 inches) of the tip of the rectal tubing or commercial applicator
6. Help the patient relax by instructing the patient to breathe slowly in and out through the mouth.
Insert the tip of the tubing or applicator
7. Administer the enema
8. Remove the tubing/applicator, covering it with a paper towel as it is being removed.
9. Provide instructions to patient: "Retain the solution as long as possible until patient has the urge to
defecate" and "Do not flush the toilet if the patient is using it to expel the solution"
10. assist the patient to the bathroom or onto a bedpan
11. Provide perennial care as needed
Anuria - ANSWER-absence of urine
Dysuria - ANSWER-painful or difficult urination
Oliguria - ANSWER-scanty urination
Colonoscopy Procedure - ANSWER-Pre - patient performs bowel preparation to empty solids from the GI
tract by following a clear liquid diet for 1 to 3 days. Patient NPO several hours before procedure
Post - allow 12 hours for sedatives to wear off
Upper GI exam - ANSWER-Barium Sulfate Radiography:
Pre- Do not eat or drink anything for 4 to 8 hours.
Post - drink extra fluids. Laxative recommended for patients that do not completely pass BaSO4 in 1-2
days
flexible sigmoidoscopy - ANSWER-Pre - patient performs bowel preparation to empty solids from the GI
tract by following a clear liquid diet for 1 to 3 days. Patient NPO several hours before procedure
Post - allow 12 hours for sedatives to wear off
, soap suds enema - ANSWER-Added to tap water or saline to create the effect of intestinal irritation to
stimulate peristalsis. Used with caution on pregnant women and older adults because they cause
electrolyte imbalance or can damage the intestinal mucosa.
oil retention enema - ANSWER-lubricate the stool and intestinal mucosa, easing defecation
medicated enema - ANSWER-provide medications absorbed through the rectal mucosa
Urinary Stress - ANSWER-leakage of urine due to increased intraabdominal pressure that can occur from
coughing, laughing, exercise, or lifting heavy things.
Urinary Urge - ANSWER-Overactive bladder,
urgent need to get to the bathroom.
Diet for constipation - ANSWER-High fluid and fiber, exercise
Diet for diarrhea - ANSWER-BRAT (bananas, rice, applesauce, toast)
Procedure for occult blood - ANSWER-A special diet is prescribed 48 to 72 hours before the test. Foods
that affect the test results and therefore should be avoided are:
beets, broccoli, cantaloupe, carrots, cauliflower, cucumbers, fish, grapefruit, horseradish, mushrooms,
poultry, radishes, red meat, turnips, and vitamin C-enriched foods and beverages.
CT scan Procedure - ANSWER-nothing by mouth for 8 to 12 hours before the test and may be prescribed
a laxative or enema
MRI Precautions - ANSWER--Metallic stents
-Previous projectile injury
-Penile implants
-Artificial limbs -artifacts make it difficult to interpret
-Tattoos - thermal injury possible
-Medication Patches with metal
-Claustrophobia
Paralytic ileus - ANSWER-anesthesia slows down movement of GI tract...monitor a patient after
abdominal surgery
Bladder scan - ANSWER-an ultrasound machine used to estimate the amount of urine in the bladder
Bladder scan procedure - ANSWER-the patient will be required to drink fluid and refrain from voiding
before the procedure
24 hour urine - ANSWER-pooled urine collected over a 24 hr period, beginning in the morning
