The nurse is assessing a patient with constipation. Which situation(s) would cause constipation? (Select all that apply.)

Excessive fluid intake

Diet low in cheese and yogurt

Diet low in fiber and/or residue

Iron supplements

Use of morphine

Answer and Explanation

Correct Answer : C,D,E

A. Excessive fluid intake: Excessive fluid intake does not typically cause constipation; rather, insufficient fluid intake is more commonly associated with constipation.

B. Diet low in cheese and yogurt: A diet low in cheese and yogurt is not a cause of constipation. However, a diet low in fiber can contribute to constipation.

C. Diet low in fiber and/or residue: A diet low in fiber and residue is one of the leading causes of constipation, as fiber helps in the formation and movement of stool.

D. Iron supplements: Iron supplements are known to cause constipation as they can slow down bowel movement and harden stool.

E. Use of morphine: Opioid medications like morphine slow down bowel motility and are a common cause of constipation.

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Correct Answer is A

Explanation

A. Serum amylase: Serum amylase levels are typically elevated in cases of acute pancreatitis. Amylase is an enzyme produced by the pancreas, and an elevation indicates pancreatic inflammation or injury.

B. Serum bilirubin: While elevated bilirubin levels can indicate liver or biliary issues, they are not diagnostic for pancreatitis.

C. Serum calcium: Hypocalcemia (low calcium) can be seen in severe acute pancreatitis, but it is not a primary diagnostic indicator for the condition.

D. Serum lipids: Elevated serum lipids (especially triglycerides) can contribute to pancreatitis, but they are not diagnostic for it. Serum amylase and lipase are more specific to the diagnosis of pancreatitis.

A. Respiratory distress B. Muscle cramps C. Headache D. Bleeding

Correct Answer is D

Explanation

A. Respiratory distress: Respiratory distress is not a common complication immediately following a liver biopsy.

B. Muscle cramps: Muscle cramps are not directly associated with liver biopsy complications.

C. Headache: Headaches are not typically a complication after a liver biopsy unless they result from other factors like anxiety or pain.

D. Bleeding: Bleeding is the most common and serious complication following a liver biopsy due to the liver's highly vascular nature.

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