The Patient Is Admitted with Generalized Fatigue and Low Hemoglobin

question 13

Multiple Choice

The patient is admitted with generalized fatigue and low hemoglobin and hematocrit levels.The patient denies vomiting and states that the last bowel movement earlier that day was normal in color and consistency.However,because GI blood loss can be a cause of anemia,the nurse should expect to

• A) obtain a stool sample for guaiac testing.
• B) chart that the patient reports the presence of melena in his stool.
• C) inspect the patient's next stool for the presence of coffee-ground contents.
• D) obtain guaiac positive stools only if bleeding is current.

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Definitions:

Synapse

The junction between neurons where chemical signals are transmitted across the gap from one neuron to another.

Sending Neuron

The neuron that transmits a nerve impulse across a synapse to a receiving neuron by releasing neurotransmitters.

Receiving Neuron

A neuron that receives signals from other neurons at a synapse.

Refractory Period

The period of time during which an organ or cell is incapable of repeating a particular action, or the amount of time it takes to return to its original state.