Nursing 102 FINAL Flashcards
Which medications have a high risk of constipation?
- Opioids
- Iron supplements
Which foods are intestinal deodorizers?
- Buttermilk
- Parsley
- Yogurt
Which foods cause odors in the intestines?
- Asparagus
- Turnip
- Fish
- Onions
- Garlic
When receiving a hypertonic enema solution, what position should the client assume?
Sims.
What are the guidelines for inserting a naso-intestinal tube?
- Measure the tube from the tip of nose to the earlobe and from the earlobe to the xiphoid process and add 8 to 10 in (20 to 25 cm) for intestinal placement
- Patient placed on his/her right side
What does yellow infant stool indicate?
Breast-fed milk.
What does green infant stool indicate?
First stool after birth (meconium).
What do beige and brown infant stools indicate?
Formula-fed milk.
What does the proliferation of C. diff cause?
Antibiotic-associated diarrhea.
Why is digital stool removal the last resort?
Because it may cause parasympathetic stimulation.
What should patients do with vitamin C 2 to 3 days before a fecal occult blood test?
- Avoid more than 250mg
- Not to consume citrus fruits or juices
What is a common side effect of taking an antibiotic?
Diarrhea.
What does magnesium citrate do?
Increases intestinal bulk by drawing water into the intestine and stimulating peristalsis.
What are common positions for sigmoidoscopies and colonoscopies?
- Left lateral
- Knee-to-chest
- Sims
Which assessment questions are associated with constipation?
- Is the stool difficult to pass?
- Are you experiencing rectal fullness?
