A Patient Is Scheduled to Have a Segment of the Terminal

question 8

Multiple Choice

A patient is scheduled to have a segment of the terminal ileum removed secondary to cancer.The nurse anticipates this patient will develop:

• A)Anemia.
• B)Sepsis.
• C)Atelectasis.
• D)Decubitus ulcers.

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Definitions:

Weld Joint

The junction or area where two or more metal parts are joined together by welding.

Melt-Through Symbol

A symbol in welding used to denote the requirement for full penetration of the weld, ensuring the weld material extends through the thickness of the parts being joined.

Root Penetration

The depth to which weld material extends into the base material at the root of the joint, crucial for joint strength.

Root Reinforcement

Additional material added at the root of a weld joint to ensure the joint has sufficient thickness and strength.