ATI Gastrointestinal System Related

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The nurse is reviewing the record of a client with Crohn's disease. Which of the following stool characteristics would the nurse expect to note documented in the client's record?

  • A. Chronic constipation
  • B. Diarrhea
  • C. Constipation alternating with diarrhea
  • D. Stool constantly oozing from the rectum
Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Crohn's disease is characterized by nonbloody diarrhea of usually not more than four to five stools daily. Over time, the diarrhea episodes increase in frequency, duration, and severity. Chronic constipation (Choice A), constipation alternating with diarrhea (Choice C), and stool constantly oozing from the rectum (Choice D) are not characteristics typically associated with Crohn's disease.