Question 1

An ___________ is the instillation of a solution into the rectum and sigmoid colon to promote defecation by stimulating peristalsis.

Accepted Answer

The answer of An ___________ is the instillation of a...

Question 2

The nurse has been directed to provide an enema for an elderly female patient who has very poor rectal sphincter control.Which position is most appropriate for this patient?

Accepted Answer

A) Sims' position 
B) Dorsal recumbent position on the bedpan 
C) Sitting on the toilet 
D) Right lateral position 
A) Sims' position 
B) Dorsal recumbent position on the bedpan 
C) Sitting on the toilet 
D) Right lateral position

Question 3

The Levin tube and the Salem sump tube are used most commonly for stomach decompression.Which of the following statements about these tubes is true?

Accepted Answer

A) Levin tubes have a blue "pigtail" that functions as an air vent. 
B) These tubes are inserted as a sterile procedure. 
C) The blue air vent should not be used for irrigation. 
D) The Salem sump tube has a blue "pigtail" that functions as an air vent. 
E) The Salem sump is preferred for stomach decompression. 
A) Levin tubes have a blue "pigtail" that functions as an air vent. 
B) These tubes are inserted as a sterile procedure. 
C) The blue air vent should not be used for irrigation. 
D) The Salem sump tube has a blue "pigtail" that functions as an air vent. 
E) The Salem sump is preferred for stomach decompression.

Question 4

_____________ is defined by a number of signs including infrequent bowel movements,difficulty evacuating,hard stools,and inability to defecate.

Accepted Answer

The answer of _____________ is defined by a number of...

Question 5

The patient is being prepped for surgery and has an order for "enemas until clear." The nurse realizes that she will be giving a maximum of how many enemas?

Accepted Answer

A) One 
B) Two 
C) Three 
D) Four 
A) One 
B) Two 
C) Three 
D) Four

Question 6

The inability to pass a hard collection of stool is known as ______________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The inability to pass a hard collection...

Question 7

When providing care for a patient who is disoriented during a nasogastric (NG)tube placement,which intervention is important for the nurse to implement?

Accepted Answer

A) Halt the procedure. 
B) Request assistance with insertion. 
C) Administer a hypnotic medication. 
D) Continue the procedure as with any other patient. 
A) Halt the procedure. 
B) Request assistance with insertion. 
C) Administer a hypnotic medication. 
D) Continue the procedure as with any other patient.

Exam 35: Bowel Elimination and Gastric Intubation

An ___________ is the instillation of a solution into the rectum and sigmoid colon to promote defecation by stimulating peristalsis.

The nurse has been directed to provide an enema for an elderly female patient who has very poor rectal sphincter control.Which position is most appropriate for this patient?

The Levin tube and the Salem sump tube are used most commonly for stomach decompression.Which of the following statements about these tubes is true?

_____________ is defined by a number of signs including infrequent bowel movements,difficulty evacuating,hard stools,and inability to defecate.

The patient is being prepped for surgery and has an order for "enemas until clear." The nurse realizes that she will be giving a maximum of how many enemas?

The inability to pass a hard collection of stool is known as ______________.

When providing care for a patient who is disoriented during a nasogastric (NG)tube placement,which intervention is important for the nurse to implement?

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