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What is a common sign that may indicate rupture of the gallbladder?
What is a common sign that may indicate rupture of the gallbladder?
- Rising blood pressure
- Rising abdominal tenderness (correct)
- Increased appetite
- Decreased heart rate
Why should oral food and fluids be withheld during acute pain episodes in cholelithiasis?
Why should oral food and fluids be withheld during acute pain episodes in cholelithiasis?
- To enhance bile production
- To reduce gallbladder contractions (correct)
- To promote gastric emptying
- To prevent dehydration
Which positioning may help decrease pressure on an inflamed gallbladder?
Which positioning may help decrease pressure on an inflamed gallbladder?
- Fowler position (correct)
- Trendelenburg position
- Supine position
- Lateral position
When monitoring a postoperative patient following an open cholecystectomy, what vital sign changes should be promptly reported?
When monitoring a postoperative patient following an open cholecystectomy, what vital sign changes should be promptly reported?
What is an appropriate nursing intervention for managing moderate to severe pain after cholecystectomy?
What is an appropriate nursing intervention for managing moderate to severe pain after cholecystectomy?
How often should the nurse assess the abdomen after a cholecystectomy?
How often should the nurse assess the abdomen after a cholecystectomy?
What complication can arise from an acutely inflamed gallbladder that becomes necrotic?
What complication can arise from an acutely inflamed gallbladder that becomes necrotic?
What nursing intervention can assist with preventing pulmonary infection after an open cholecystectomy?
What nursing intervention can assist with preventing pulmonary infection after an open cholecystectomy?
What is the primary concern identified related to the condition of the patient?
What is the primary concern identified related to the condition of the patient?
Which dietary change is essential for Ms. Colbert after her surgery?
Which dietary change is essential for Ms. Colbert after her surgery?
Which symptom is NOT present in Ms. Colbert according to the evaluation?
Which symptom is NOT present in Ms. Colbert according to the evaluation?
What aspect of patient education is crucial for Ms. Colbert following her surgery?
What aspect of patient education is crucial for Ms. Colbert following her surgery?
What will be a key goal of the nursing care plan regarding pain management for Ms. Colbert?
What will be a key goal of the nursing care plan regarding pain management for Ms. Colbert?
What might contribute to Ms. Colbert's feeling of anxiety before surgery?
What might contribute to Ms. Colbert's feeling of anxiety before surgery?
How does mobility post-surgery impact Ms. Colbert's recovery?
How does mobility post-surgery impact Ms. Colbert's recovery?
Which of the following statements reflects Ms. Colbert's experience after surgery?
Which of the following statements reflects Ms. Colbert's experience after surgery?
What is the primary purpose of positioning the patient in Fowler position after surgery?
What is the primary purpose of positioning the patient in Fowler position after surgery?
What should be monitored in the drainage from the T-tube?
What should be monitored in the drainage from the T-tube?
What indicates that T-tube drainage is excessive after 48 hours?
What indicates that T-tube drainage is excessive after 48 hours?
Which vitamin supplements might patients with gallbladder disease need postoperatively?
Which vitamin supplements might patients with gallbladder disease need postoperatively?
What dietary change is recommended for a patient experiencing gallbladder disease?
What dietary change is recommended for a patient experiencing gallbladder disease?
Which assessment finding may indicate poor nutritional status in a patient with gallbladder disease?
Which assessment finding may indicate poor nutritional status in a patient with gallbladder disease?
When should a nurse report early signs of infection in a post-surgical patient?
When should a nurse report early signs of infection in a post-surgical patient?
What is a potential complication of bile drainage from the T-tube?
What is a potential complication of bile drainage from the T-tube?
What should be avoided when managing the T-tube during patient activities?
What should be avoided when managing the T-tube during patient activities?
Which food choice would likely worsen gallbladder symptoms?
Which food choice would likely worsen gallbladder symptoms?
What should the nurse focus on when evaluating a patient's progress post-surgery?
What should the nurse focus on when evaluating a patient's progress post-surgery?
Why is it important to clamp the T-tube properly?
Why is it important to clamp the T-tube properly?
Which of the following is a sign that the patient may require dietary counseling?
Which of the following is a sign that the patient may require dietary counseling?
