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Which disease is characterized by chronic ulceration and inflammation of the intestine and rectum of the colon?
Which disease is characterized by chronic ulceration and inflammation of the intestine and rectum of the colon?
- Toxic megacolon
- Crohn's Disease
- Peritonitis
- Ulcerative Colitis (correct)
What is a common symptom of ulcerative colitis?
What is a common symptom of ulcerative colitis?
- Joint swelling
- Blurred vision
- Chest pain
- Liquid stools with blood and pus (correct)
Which diagnostic test is typically used for patients with ulcerative colitis?
Which diagnostic test is typically used for patients with ulcerative colitis?
- Colonoscopy with biopsies (correct)
- MRI of the brain
- Echocardiogram
- Urinalysis
What medication is often used as an anti-inflammatory treatment for ulcerative colitis?
What medication is often used as an anti-inflammatory treatment for ulcerative colitis?
Which complication can arise in patients with ulcerative colitis due to chronic inflammation?
Which complication can arise in patients with ulcerative colitis due to chronic inflammation?
What is a key difference between Crohn's Disease and Ulcerative Colitis?
What is a key difference between Crohn's Disease and Ulcerative Colitis?
Which symptom is commonly associated with Crohn's disease?
Which symptom is commonly associated with Crohn's disease?
What is a common complication of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD)?
What is a common complication of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD)?
Which diagnostic test is commonly used for evaluating gastrointestinal inflammation?
Which diagnostic test is commonly used for evaluating gastrointestinal inflammation?
What is a key aspect of nursing care for surgical patients with bowel resection?
What is a key aspect of nursing care for surgical patients with bowel resection?
Which medication is commonly used in the treatment of ulcerative colitis?
Which medication is commonly used in the treatment of ulcerative colitis?
What is a common symptom of peritonitis?
What is a common symptom of peritonitis?
What is the primary function of the liver?
What is the primary function of the liver?
Which symptom is commonly associated with liver disease?
Which symptom is commonly associated with liver disease?
What is a common diagnostic test for liver function?
What is a common diagnostic test for liver function?
What is a recommended nursing intervention for a patient with liver disease?
What is a recommended nursing intervention for a patient with liver disease?
Which medication is commonly used in the treatment of hepatic encephalopathy?
Which medication is commonly used in the treatment of hepatic encephalopathy?
What is the term used to describe the removal of fluid from the peritoneal cavity?
What is the term used to describe the removal of fluid from the peritoneal cavity?
