A Nurse Assesses a Client Who Was Started on Intraperitoneal

question 5

Multiple Choice

A nurse assesses a client who was started on intraperitoneal therapy 5 days ago.The client reports abdominal pain and "feeling warm." For which complication of this therapy should the nurse assess this client?

• A) Allergic reaction
• B) Bowel obstruction
• C) Catheter lumen occlusion
• D) Infection

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Definitions:

Panic Attack

A sudden episode of intense fear or anxiety and physical symptoms, based on a perceived threat rather than imminent danger.

Disabling

Refers to making something less effective or functional; in the context of health, it refers to conditions that significantly impair one's ability to perform daily activities.

Fear Disorder

A type of anxiety disorder characterized by an excessive and persistent fear of a specific object, situation, or activity.

Phobia

An extreme or irrational fear of or aversion to something.