Diarrhea Findings Quiz

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What is another term for bowel incontinence in children?

Passive incontinence

Fecal impaction

Urge incontinence

Encopresis (correct)

Which type of bowel incontinence occurs without the person being aware of the leakage?

Urge incontinence

Encopresis

Passive incontinence (correct)

Fecal impaction

What can chronic constipation lead to if left untreated?

Fecal impaction (correct)

Passive incontinence

Encopresis

Urinary incontinence

Which type of bowel incontinence is characterized by the desire to defecate but inability to reach the toilet in time?

Urge incontinence Signup and view all the answers

What might indicate the need for medical intervention due to constipation?

Passing only liquid stool Signup and view all the answers

In clients with what condition does fecal impaction or obstruction occur more often?

Those with decreased physical mobility Signup and view all the answers

What interventions can be used to treat constipation?

High-fiber diet, staying well hydrated, exercise, and medications to soften stools Signup and view all the answers

What might indicate a complete obstruction that requires surgery due to severe constipation?

Abdominal pain, cramping with inability to pass stool, or only passing liquid stool around an impaction Signup and view all the answers

What can be used to loosen the stool and allow manual removal if constipation has advanced to an impaction?

Warm mineral oil enema Signup and view all the answers

What can chronic constipation lead to if not addressed properly?

Intestinal obstruction or rectal injury from fecal impaction Signup and view all the answers

What is a classic sign of dehydration mentioned in the text?

Decreased skin turgor Signup and view all the answers

When should clients who are older adults seek immediate medical care according to the text?

When they have fever over 102°F Signup and view all the answers

Which over-the-counter medication may be used for an acute case of diarrhea?

Loperamide Signup and view all the answers

What are some signs of dehydration mentioned in the text?

Sunken eyes Signup and view all the answers

Under what conditions can diarrhea be life-threatening?

If it lasts for more than 2 days Signup and view all the answers

What should be done if a client experiences decreased skin turgor?

Ensure rehydration Signup and view all the answers

When should children receive immediate medical care for diarrhea according to the text?

When they have dark-colored urine Signup and view all the answers

'Clients who are children should receive immediate medical care if these findings are present.' What findings indicate the need for immediate care in children?

'Depressed fontanelles in children' Signup and view all the answers

'GI infection is the cause, antibiotics and/or probiotics will be prescribed.' What will antibiotics and probiotics help with in this case?

'Restore intestinal flora' Signup and view all the answers