Chapter 14, Problem 18MC

An adolescent is brought to the emergency department with suspected appendicitis. The nurse assesses the adolescent for which classic symptom of appendicitis? a) Left lower quadrant pain b) Radiating back pain c) Rebound tenderness in the right lower quadrant d) Nausea and vomiting without abdominal pain

Caring for a client who is taking diclofenac A. Severe itching B. Tarry stools C. Jaundice sclera D. Pedal edema

A 24 yr old presents in the emergency department with a history of cramping legs and lethargy. On detailed history, the nurse understood that the client is suffering from diarrhea for the last one week. What should the nurse do first? Answer Choices: a. Administer anti-diarrheal medications b. Give IV fluid c. Monitor serum electrolyte d. Collect stool for C/S