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Caring for Clients With Disorders of the Upper Gastrointestinal Tract

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Timby's Introductory Medical-Surgical Nursing Thirteenth, North American Edition
Caring for Clients With Disorders of the Upper Gastrointestinal Tract

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Question 1 of 5

A client who has recovered from anesthesia following oral surgery for lip cancer is experiencing difficulty breathing deeply and coughing up secretions. Which measure will help ease the client's discomfort?

A. Keeping the head of the bed elevated.

B. Positioning the client flat on the abdomen or side.

C. Providing a tracheostomy tray near the bed.

D. Turning the client's head to the side.

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Question 2 of 5

An older adult client presents with a complaint of 10-lb weight loss over the past month. Which assessment finding is most important in determining the care of this client?

A. History of seasonal allergies

B. History gallbladder removal

C. History of COPD

D. History of osteoarthritis

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Question 3 of 5

A client who has occasional gastric symptoms is receiving teaching on how to prevent gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). Which statement indicates the client understands the teaching?

A. I will eat two large meals a day, instead of three.

B. I will eliminate bothersome foods from my diet.

C. I will plan to sleep flat without pillows.

D. I will start taking a nap after meals, when possible.

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Question 4 of 5

The nurse is holding a teaching workshop on managing the symptoms of hiatal hernia in older adults. Which lifestyle modification should be included in the presentation?

A. Eliminating tobacco use

B. Aerobic exercising

C. Avoiding excess stress

D. Providing adequate rest

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Question 5 of 5

An older adult client seeks medical attention for a report of general difficulty swallowing. Which assessment finding is most significant as related to this symptom?

A. Hiatal hernia

B. Gastroesophageal reflux disease

C. Gastritis

D. Esophageal tumor

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