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What dietary consideration is crucial for patients with chronic pancreatitis to manage symptoms effectively?
What dietary consideration is crucial for patients with chronic pancreatitis to manage symptoms effectively?
- High-carbohydrate meals
- Frequent small meals with high sugar
- Low-fat meals (correct)
- High-protein intake
Which sign is characterized by a bluish gray discoloration of the flank area, often associated with pancreatitis?
Which sign is characterized by a bluish gray discoloration of the flank area, often associated with pancreatitis?
- Cullen's Sign
- Grey Turner's Sign
- Trousseau's Sign
- Turner Sign (correct)
Which of the following laboratory findings is most likely to be elevated in a patient with acute pancreatitis?
Which of the following laboratory findings is most likely to be elevated in a patient with acute pancreatitis?
- Normal bilirubin levels
- Low white blood cell count
- Decreased lipase
- Elevated amylase (correct)
Which of the following symptoms is NOT typically associated with chronic pancreatitis?
Which of the following symptoms is NOT typically associated with chronic pancreatitis?
Which of these factors is a known contributing cause of chronic pancreatitis?
Which of these factors is a known contributing cause of chronic pancreatitis?
What is the most important nursing intervention for a patient following a Whipple Procedure?
What is the most important nursing intervention for a patient following a Whipple Procedure?
Which dietary change should a nurse recommend for a client with pancreatitis?
Which dietary change should a nurse recommend for a client with pancreatitis?
Which finding in a patient with acute pancreatitis should be prioritized for reporting?
Which finding in a patient with acute pancreatitis should be prioritized for reporting?
Which symptom is most commonly associated with pancreatic cancer?
Which symptom is most commonly associated with pancreatic cancer?
What position should a nurse maintain a patient in postoperatively to prevent stress on the suture line after pancreatic surgery?
What position should a nurse maintain a patient in postoperatively to prevent stress on the suture line after pancreatic surgery?
What is a common misconception regarding nutritional management in pancreatitis?
What is a common misconception regarding nutritional management in pancreatitis?
When providing client education about pancreatic cancer, which statement indicates correct understanding?
When providing client education about pancreatic cancer, which statement indicates correct understanding?
Which statement regarding post-operative care after a Whipple Procedure is accurate?
Which statement regarding post-operative care after a Whipple Procedure is accurate?
What is the primary dietary focus for patients recovering from pancreatitis?
What is the primary dietary focus for patients recovering from pancreatitis?
What intervention is specifically indicated for patients with severe vomiting due to pancreatitis?
What intervention is specifically indicated for patients with severe vomiting due to pancreatitis?
What medication is contraindicated for patients experiencing pancreatitis?
What medication is contraindicated for patients experiencing pancreatitis?
What is a critical finding in the diagnosis of pancreatic cancer related to CEA levels?
What is a critical finding in the diagnosis of pancreatic cancer related to CEA levels?
How should pancreatic enzymes be taken by clients with chronic pancreatitis?
How should pancreatic enzymes be taken by clients with chronic pancreatitis?
What symptom can indicate a late stage of pancreatic cancer?
What symptom can indicate a late stage of pancreatic cancer?
What should be monitored to prevent complications in patients receiving TPN?
What should be monitored to prevent complications in patients receiving TPN?
Which of the following is NOT a recommended nursing intervention for pancreatitis management?
Which of the following is NOT a recommended nursing intervention for pancreatitis management?
What is a common manifestation of pancreatic cancer?
What is a common manifestation of pancreatic cancer?
Why is it important to administer dextrose 10% in water if TPN is temporarily unavailable?
Why is it important to administer dextrose 10% in water if TPN is temporarily unavailable?
What is a key aspect of client education regarding chronic pancreatitis management?
What is a key aspect of client education regarding chronic pancreatitis management?
Which diagnostic procedure may reveal elevated amylase and lipase during pancreatic assessment?
Which diagnostic procedure may reveal elevated amylase and lipase during pancreatic assessment?
What dietary element should be limited to manage chronic pancreatitis symptoms effectively?
What dietary element should be limited to manage chronic pancreatitis symptoms effectively?
What nursing assessment is essential for patients receiving chemotherapy for pancreatic cancer?
What nursing assessment is essential for patients receiving chemotherapy for pancreatic cancer?
