The Nurse Is Caring for a Client Who Was Admitted

question 6

Multiple Choice

The nurse is caring for a client who was admitted to the hospital 1 day prior with cholelithiasis.Which new assessment finding indicates the stone has probably obstructed the common bile duct?

• A) Nausea and vomiting
• B) Jaundice
• C) Right upper quadrant (RUQ) pain
• D) Elevated cholesterol level

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Definitions:

Glucose

A simple sugar that is an important energy source in living organisms and a component of many carbohydrates.

Blood Alcohol Concentration

The concentration of alcohol in a person’s bloodstream, expressed as a percentage, which can affect one's physical and mental faculties.

Tarry Feces

Refers to stool that is dark and sticky, often resembling tar, which can indicate gastrointestinal bleeding.

Digested Blood

Blood that has been broken down and metabolized, often referring to its appearance in medical contexts.