A nurse is performing an abdominal assessment on a patient experiencing frequent bouts of diarrhea. The nurse first observes the contour of the abdomen, noting any masses, scars, or areas of distention. What action will the nurse perform next?
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A nurse is administering a large-volume cleansing enema to a patient prior to surgery. When the enema solution is introduced, the patient reports severe cramping. What nursing intervention would the nurse perform next?
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A nurse working on a GI unit is caring for a group of patients. In patients with which health problems or issues could the assessment possibly reveal decreased or absent bowel sounds after listening for 2 minutes? Select all that apply.
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A nurse in a long-term care facility is assessing a group of patients. In which patients would the nurse anticipate increased risk for developing diarrhea? Select all that apply.
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A nurse plans to administer a retention enema to a patient with a fecal impaction. Which nursing action is appropriate for this procedure?
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