NURSE 6512 week 7 quiz_100%

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Patients presenting with ascites, jaundice, cutaneous spider veins, and nonpalpable liver exhibit signs of: Response Feedback: Icterus is a result of excessive bilirubin that can result from c... holecystitis, pancreatitis, or liver problems. Cirrhosis presents with additional symptoms of ascites, cutaneous spider veins, and a nonpalpable liver as scarring progresses.  Question 2 2 out of 2 points A patient presents to the emergency department after a motor vehicle accident. The patient sustained blunt trauma to the abdomen and complains of pain in the upper left quadrant that radiates to the left shoulder. What organ is most likely injured? Response Feedback: Spleen laceration/rupture is always suspected with abdominal injury, because of its anatomic location. The patient s presenting symptoms confirm this suspicion.  Question 3 2 out of 2 points Imaging studies reveal that a patient has dilation of the renal pelvis from an obstruction in the ureter. What condition will be documented in this patient s health record? Response Feedback: Hydronephrosis is the dilation of the renal pelvis from back pressure of urine that cannot flow past an obstruction in the ureter.  Question 4 2 out of 2 points Visible intestinal peristalsis may indicate: Response Feedback: Peristalsis is not usually visible and when detected may indicate an intestinal obstruction.  Question 5 2 out of 2 points Infants born weighing less than 1500 g are at higher risk for: Response Feedback : Necrotizing enterocolitis is a gastrointestinal disease that mostly affects premature infants; it involves infection and inflammation that causes destruction of the bowel, and it becomes more apparent after feedings. Low birth weight does not relate to the development of hepatitis A, urinary urgency, cystic fibrosis, or pancreatit [Show More]

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