A client presents to the emergency department with a 2-day h…

A client presents to the emergency department with a 2-day history of gradually worsening abdominal pain. The client reports constipation for 3 days and denies recent travel, dietary changes, or a history of inflammatory bowel disease. Assessment findings include a temperature of 101.4°F (38.6°C), heart rate of 108/min, left lower quadrant abdominal pain rated 7/10 that worsens with palpation and movement, mild abdominal distention, and decreased bowel sounds in the lower quadrants. The client’s WBC count is 15,200/mm³. Which condition should the nurse suspect based on these findings?

A client with metastatic colon cancer is receiving chemother…

A client with metastatic colon cancer is receiving chemotherapy every 3 weeks for 4 months. During follow-up visits, the nurse monitors for common chemotherapy-related complications. Which assessment findings should the nurse recognize as expected adverse effects of chemotherapy? (Select all that apply.)

A client who underwent a total gastrectomy 6 months ago repo…

A client who underwent a total gastrectomy 6 months ago reports increasing fatigue, pallor, paresthesia in the hands and feet, and difficulty with balance while walking. Laboratory results indicate macrocytic anemia and decreased serum vitamin B12 levels. Which statement best explains the cause of the client’s symptoms?