Which of the Following Should Be Included in Instructions to Prepare

question 4

Multiple Choice

Which of the following should be included in instructions to prepare a patient for a colonoscopy?

• A) The back of the throat is sprayed with a local anesthetic to inhibit the gag reflex
• B) Explain that the colon must be cleansed before the procedure and to expect diarrhea and mild cramping
• C) Take a series of tablets containing a contrast agent the night before the test, followed by a high-fat substance
• D) A liquid solution of barium is taken during the procedure after having nothing to eat or drink after midnight
• E) Instruct the patient not to eat meats or vegetables for 1 to 3 days before the test

Comprehend the role of sleep in physiological and psychological health.

Describe the effects of psychoactive substances on the brain and behavior.

Recognize the therapeutic approaches to sleep disorders.

Understand the psychological theories related to hypnosis and meditation.

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Definitions:

Local Anesthetic

A type of medication used to induce absence of sensation in a specific area of the body, preventing pain.

Parasite

An organism that lives on or in a host organism and gets its food at the expense of its host.

Offspring

The progeny or descendants of a parent or parents; the young born to an organism.

Predator-Prey Coevolution

The reciprocal evolutionary adaptations of predators and their prey, often leading to an evolutionary arms race between the two.