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</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

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

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

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

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

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

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