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A patient undergoes a bowel resection with the creation of a permanent colostomy.  While instructing the patient about colostomy care, the nurse notes that the stoma is large and dusky in color.  What is the appropriate nursing intervention at this time?

A 73-year-old patient with diverticulosis develops a large bowel obstruction. What problem(s) does the nurse need to monitor for? Select all that apply.

Which of the following may be noted in a patient with Addison’s Disease?  Select all that apply.

When assessing abdominal pain in a patient with known acute pancreatitis, which are expected findings?  (Select all that apply).

A patient is receiving an insulin drip infusing at 4 units per hour via the infusion pump. The insulin is supplied as regular insulin 50 units in 100 mL of 0.9NaCL. At what rate will the infusion pump be programmed to run? [BLANK-1]

Which finding indicates a transjugular intrahepatic portosystemic shunt (TIPS) placed 3 months ago has been effective?

A patient with acute pancreatitis is started on total parenteral nutrition (TPN). Which laboratory test is important for the nurse to monitor while receiving this treatment?

What is incorporated in the plan of care for a paracentesis? (Select all that apply).

Four hours after a bowel resection, a 74-yr-old male patient with a nasogastric tube to suction complains of nausea and abdominal distention. What is the first action the nurse should perform?

The family member of a patient infected with hepatitis A asks the nurse how to prevent them from getting the infection. What is the best response by the nurse?