A Patient Being Admitted with an Acute Exacerbation of Ulcerative

question 41

Multiple Choice

A patient being admitted with an acute exacerbation of ulcerative colitis reports crampy abdominal pain and passing 15 or more bloody stools a day. The nurse will plan to

• A)administer IV metoclopramide (Reglan).
• B)discontinue the patient's oral food intake.
• C)administer cobalamin (vitamin B₁₂) injections.
• D)teach the patient about total colectomy surgery.

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Definitions:

Optimistic

A tendency to anticipate the best possible outcome of actions or events.

Gratitude

The quality of being thankful; readiness to show appreciation for and to return kindness.

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A mental condition characterized by paranoia and a widespread distrust and suspicion of others without adequate reason.

Neuroticism

A personality trait characterized by emotional instability, anxiety, moodiness, worry, and sadness.