A Client Is Scheduled for a Colonoscopy and the Nurse

question 10

Multiple Choice

A client is scheduled for a colonoscopy and the nurse has provided instructions on the bowel cleansing regimen.What statement by the client indicates a need for further teaching?

• A) "It's a good thing I love orange and cherry gelatin."
• B) "My spouse will be here to drive me home."
• C) "I should refrigerate the GoLYTELY before use."
• D) "I will buy a case of Gatorade before the prep."

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Definitions:

Personality Dispositions

Enduring characteristics or traits that form an individual's unique patterns of feelings, thoughts, and behaviors.

Situational Factors

External influences that can affect an individual's behavior or decision-making process, emphasizing the impact of the immediate physical and social environment.

Social Facilitation

The tendency for people to perform differently when in the presence of others than when alone, typically improving on simple tasks and doing poorly on complex tasks.

Challenging Tasks

Assignments or projects that require significant effort, skill, or time to complete successfully.