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A nurse is caring for a client with cholelithiasis experiencing biliary colic. Which medication should the nurse anticipate administering to provide pain relief?

Acetaminophen.

Ibuprofen.

Morphine sulfate.

Diphenhydramine.

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is C

Choice A reason:

Acetaminophen is an analgesic but may not provide sufficient pain relief for biliary colic.

Choice B reason:

Ibuprofen is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) but may not be the most effective option for pain relief in cases of biliary colic.

Choice C reason:

This statement is correct. Morphine sulfate is an opioid analgesic often used to provide pain relief for biliary colic, as it can effectively alleviate severe, cramping pain associated with gallstone obstruction.

Choice D reason:

Diphenhydramine is an antihistamine and is not used for pain relief in cases of biliary colic.

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Correct Answer is C

Explanation

Choice A reason:

While elevated serum bilirubin levels can be associated with cholelithiasis, they are more indicative of obstruction of the bile ducts, which can occur in cholecystitis, a complication of cholelithiasis.

Choice B reason:

Increased blood glucose levels are not directly related to cholelithiasis or its complications.

Choice C reason:

This statement is correct. An elevated white blood cell count is often seen in cholecystitis, which is inflammation of the gallbladder that can occur as a complication of cholelithiasis.

Choice D reason:

Low serum amylase levels are not specific to cholelithiasis or its complications.

A. Jaundice. B. Erythema. C. Pallor. D. Petechiae.

Correct Answer is A

Explanation

Choice A reason:

This statement is correct. Jaundice refers to the yellowish discoloration of the skin and eyes caused by an accumulation of bilirubin, which can occur in cholelithiasis due to obstruction of the bile ducts by gallstones.

Choice B reason:

Erythema refers to redness of the skin and is not related to the client's complaint.

Choice C reason:

Pallor refers to paleness of the skin and is not related to the client's symptom.

Choice D reason:

Petechiae refers to small, pinpoint-sized red or purple spots on the skin caused by bleeding and is not related to the client's symptom.

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