NURSING EXAM QUESTIONS
MEDICAL SURGICAL NURSING
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“I will lie on my left side to sleep at night.”
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“I will lie on my right side to sleep at night.”
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“I will sleep on my back with my head flat.”
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“I will sleep on my stomach with my head flat.”
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Detailed explanation-1: -Instruct to remain in an upright position at least 2 hours after meals; avoid eating 3 hours before bedtime. Helps control reflux and causes less irritation from reflux action in the esophagus. 3. Instruct the patient to eat slowly and masticate foods well.
Detailed explanation-2: -Prevent aspiration. Avoid placing the patient in supine position, have the patient sit upright after meals; instruct patient to avoid highly seasoned food, acidic juices, alcoholic drinks, bedtime snacks, and foods high in fat; elevate HOB while in bed.
Detailed explanation-3: -Preparation of the patient includes emptying and cleansing the lower bowel. This often necessitates a low-residue diet 1 to 2 days before the test; a clear liquid diet and a laxative the evening before; NPO after midnight; and cleansing enemas until returns are clear the following morning.
Detailed explanation-4: -Secondary infection is the most common cause of peritonitis. It can be caused by: A burst appendix (appendicitis). A perforated stomach ulcer (peptic ulcer disease).