Conditions and Interventions for Hemorrhoids

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What is the main cause of hemorrhoids?

  • Liver cirrhosis
  • Wearing constricting clothing (correct)
  • High-fiber diet
  • Dehydration

Which type of hemorrhoid is characterized by severe pain?

  • Internal hemorrhoids
  • External hemorrhoids (correct)
  • Mixed hemorrhoids
  • Prolapsed hemorrhoids

What is the primary intervention to promote soft, bulky stools for hemorrhoid patients?

  • Taking laxatives
  • Increasing fluid intake (correct)
  • Maintaining a low-residue diet
  • Avoiding fiber-rich foods

Which treatment involves the use of surgical staples for prolapsing hemorrhoids?

<p>Stapled hemorrhoidopexy (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a common postoperative care measure for patients undergoing hemorrhoidectomy?

<p>Encouraging a low residue diet (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How can constipation be prevented as a measure to manage hemorrhoids?

<p>Heeding the urge to defecate immediately (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the most common cause of bright-red bleeding with defecation in patients with hemorrhoids?

<p>Straining during bowel movements (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which factor contributes to weakening of the connective tissue in the rectum and anus, and is associated with the development of hemorrhoids?

<p>Prolonged sitting/standing (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of hemorrhoids are dilated portions of veins located in the anal canal?

<p>Internal hemorrhoids (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a recommended nursing intervention for managing hemorrhoids?

<p>Encouraging regular bowel movements and high-fiber diet (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a suggested dietary habit to manage hemorrhoids?

<p>Eating at irregular times (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which preventive measure can help decrease the risk of developing hemorrhoids?

<p>Practicing good dietary habits like eating high-fiber foods (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which factor is NOT associated with irritable bowel syndrome according to the text?

<p>Diet high in fiber (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main goal of the medical management of irritable bowel syndrome as mentioned in the text?

<p>Reduce abdominal pain (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which intervention is NOT recommended for managing irritable bowel syndrome based on the provided information?

<p>Parenteral nutrition (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the criteria for diagnosing irritable bowel syndrome mentioned in the text?

<p>Onset associated with change in frequency of stool (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which action is NOT listed as part of preventing hemorrhoids in the text?

<p>Maintain a high-fat diet (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the manifestations of irritable bowel syndrome according to the text?

<p>Abdominal bloating (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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