A nurse is assessing a client who has lactose intolerance. Which of the following will the nurse recognize as clinical findings associated with lactose intolerance? Select all that apply:

abdominal distention

visible peristalsis

hypoactive bowel sounds

occasional diarrhea

flatus

Answer and Explanation

Correct Answer : A

A.   Abdominal distention can occur due to gas accumulation from undigested lactose.
B.   Visible peristalsis is not typically a specific clinical finding associated with lactose intolerance.
C.   Hypoactive bowel sounds are not commonly associated with lactose intolerance.
D.   Occasional diarrhea is a common symptom due to the inability to digest lactose properly.
E.   Flatus or excessive gas production is a common symptom due to the fermentation of undigested lactose by intestinal bacteria.

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Correct Answer is B

Explanation

A. Reassurance is important, but it should be given after a thorough assessment and appropriate actions have been taken.
B. Completing an assessment and promptly informing the physician allows for timely intervention in case of testicular torsion or other serious conditions causing severe testicular pain.
C. Performing a focused assessment is crucial but shouldn't delay immediate notification of the physician in such a critical situation.
D. Documenting pain assessment is important but not the priority when a client presents with severe, acute pain in a sensitive area like the testicles.

A. Heart failure B. Excess fluid retention C. Excess fluid consumption D. Pulmonary embolism

Correct Answer is A

Explanation

A. Heart failure can lead to fluid accumulation in the legs due to the heart's inability to effectively pump blood, causing increased pressure in the veins.
B. Excess fluid retention or consumption might cause edema, but heart failure specifically impacts the heart's pumping function.
C. Excess fluid consumption might contribute to temporary edema, but severe bilateral lower extremity edema is more likely due to a systemic issue like heart failure.
D. While a pulmonary embolism can lead to edema in the legs, it typically presents with sudden onset and might not present with bilateral edema from feet to knees.

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