A nurse cares for a patient who had a colostomy placed in the ascending colon 2 weeks ago. The patient states, “The stool in my pouch is still liquid.” How would the nurse respond?

A nurse plans care for a patient with acute pancreatitis. Which intervention would the nurse include in this patient’s plan of care to reduce discomfort?

A nurse assesses a patient with ulcerative colitis. Which complications are paired correctly with their physiologic processes? (Select all that apply.)

A nurse cares for a patient who has cirrhosis of the liver. What action would the nurse take to decrease the presence of ascites?

The nursing instructor explains the difference between normal cells and benign tumor cells. What information does the instructor provide about these cells?

A patient has a platelet count of 9000/mm3 (9 ? 109/L). The nurse finds the patient confused and mumbling. What action takes priority?

A patient has a platelet count of 9000/mm3 (9 ? 109/L). The nurse finds the patient confused and mumbling. What action takes priority?

A patient is in the family practice clinic. Today, the patient weighs 186.4 lbs (84.7 kg). Six months ago, the patient weighed 211.8 lbs (96.2 kg). What action by the nurse is best?

A nurse prepares a patient for a colonoscopy scheduled for tomorrow. The patient states, “My provider told me that the fecal occult blood test was negative for colon cancer. I don’t think I need the colonoscopy and would like to cancel it.” How would the nurse respond?

A nurse assesses a patient with ulcerative colitis. Which complications are paired correctly with their physiologic processes? (Select all that apply.)