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Gastrointestinal Disorders 4 Case Study 42 Acute Diverticulitis  Scena T.H., a 57-year-old stockbroker, has come to the gastroenterologist for treatment of recurrent mild to severe cramping in his abdomen and blood-streaked stool. You are the registered nurse doing his ini- tial workup. Your findings include a mildly obese man who demonstrates moderate guarding of his abdomen with both direct and rebound tenderness, especially in the left lower quadrant (LLQ). His vital signs are 1...

AGNP BOARD EXAM QUESTION AND ANSWERS – PREGNANCY ASSESSMENT (67 Questions) Question: Weight gain should be monitored during pregnancy. For a pregnant woman whose BMI is < 18.5, the total weight gain should be: 11-20 pounds. 15-25 pounds. 25-35 pounds 28-40 pounds. Correct Explanation: Weight gain should be closely monitored during pregnancy, as both excessive and inadequate weight gain are associated with poor birth outcomes. The pregnant woman who has a BMI of &...

NR 601 Midterm Exam review Study Guide_Latest Week 1 Developmental changes o Review Kennedy readings for age related changes Physiological Decreased respiratory muscle strength • Reduced ability to handle secretions and reduced effectiveness against noxious foreign particles Increased risk of atelectasis • Partial inflation of lungs at rest Cardiovascular System Heart valves thicken and become fibrotic Reduced stroke volume, cardiac output; may be altered De...