Final Exam: PRN1178 / PRN 1178 (Latest 2024 / 2025 Update) Client-Centered Care II Review | Questions and Verified Answers | 100% Correct | Grade A- Rasmussen

Final Exam: PRN1178/ PRN 1178 (Latest 2024/ 2025 Update) Client-Centered Care II Review| Questions and Verified Answers| 100% Correct| Grade A- Rasmussen Q: constipation *Hard, slow stools that are difficult to eliminate Q: causes of constipation Answer: *diet ↓ in fiber *↓ fluid intake *physical inactivity *ignoring the gastrocolic reflex *stress *some neurologic disorders affecting the nerves in intestinal tract *opioid medications Q: S/S of constipation Answer: *bloated feeling *defecation may be painful *not passing stool regularly *hypoactive bowel sounds *abdominal distention *firm abdomen *abdominal discomfort or pain Q: nursing management for constipation Answer: *identify the cause *initial treatment may include rectal suppository or laxative *↑ fiber *↑ fluids -fruit juices (natural laxative) *↑ raw fruits and veggies into diet *↑ whole-gran cereals and breads *add bran to diet *design acceptable exercise program *defecate without delay [if non of the above works] *bulk-forming laxatives for daily use (like Metamucil) *digital extraction may be needed if stool is impacted Q: What to avoid with constipation, diarrhea, & IBS? Answer: *gas-forming foods -legumes -cabbage family -onions -potatoes -cucumbers -coffee -tea -carbonated beverages -alcohol -milk (if intolerant) -gluten (possible) Q: Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) Answer: *periodic disturbances of bowel function, such as diarrhea and/or constipation Q: IBS is more common in men or women? Answer: women Q: what can trigger IBS? Answer: *family history *stress *caffeine *sensitivity to certain foods (like dairy and wheat products) Q: What causes IBS? Answer: unknown *thought to result from: -hypersensitivity of the bowel wall that leads to disruption of the normal function of the intestinal muscles Q: S/S of IBS Answer: *alteration in bowel patterns: constipation, diarrhea, or a combination of both. *abdominal pain *bloating *the absence of detectable organic disease --possible abdominal distention-- Q: Diagnosis of IBS Answer: *based on clinical manifestations and ruling out the presence of an organic bowel disease Q: Diagnostic criteria for IBS Answer: -- no testing unless