Chapter 31- Bowel elimination

Question 1

Effect of prolonged use of mineral oil

Answer 1

Decreased absorption of fat soluble vitamins

Question 2

Purpose of irrigating colostomy

Answer 2

Regulate timing of BM

Question 3

Signs of constipation

Answer 3

Oozing liquid stool, abdominal distention

Question 4

Test to determine fecal impaction

Answer 4

Insert lubricated gloved finger into rectum

Question 5

What intervention to provide peristomal care to preserve skin integrity

Answer 5

Wash site and surrounding skin with water, or mild soap and water

Question 6

When would cleansing enema be used

Answer 6

A client who is going to undergo diagnostic imaging procedure

Question 7

Fecal incontinence is result of

Answer 7

Neurological changes that impair muscle activity

Question 8

Factors responsible for primary constipation

Answer 8

Inadequate intake of fluid, decreased fiber

Question 9

Defecation

Answer 9

Expelling feces from the body

Question 10

Peristalsis

Answer 10

Rhythmic contractions of intestinal smooth muscle to facilitate defecation

Question 11

Gastrocolic reflex

Answer 11

Increased peristalsis during eating

Question 12

Valsalva maneuver

Answer 12

Increased abdominal muscle pressure to facilitate defecation

Question 13

Constipation

Answer 13

Hard dry difficult to pass