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Question 1

Neuromuscular development in children develops at what age

Answer 1

2-3yo

Question 2

In older patients, systemic changes in function of digestion results from changes in what systems

Answer 2

Cardiovascular and neurological

Question 3

Patients with cardiovascular disease, glaucoma, intracranial pressure, or a new surgical wound should avoid

Answer 3

Straining to pass stool

Question 4

What gas producing foods stimulate peristalsis?

Answer 4

Cauliflower, onions, and beans

Question 5

What is the complication with eating spicy foods to increase peristalsis?

Answer 5

Causes indigestion and watery stools

Question 6

Reduced fluid intake _____ passage of food through the intestines and results in _____ of the stools.

Answer 6

Reduces; hardening

Question 7

A patient is well enough after surgery to ambulate and is experiencing constipation. What is the best action for the nurse.

Answer 7

Ambulate patient to increase peristalsis and encourage defecation.

Question 8

During stress, peristalsis is _____.

Answer 8

Increased