Urinary System and Kidney Function

Which of the following is a potential cause of overflow incontinence?

Stress incontinence is characterized by a large-volume loss of urine.

What is the underlying cause of stress incontinence related to pressure in the bladder?

A distended bladder palpation and high post void residual are characteristics of ______ incontinence.

Which of the following is a nursing intervention for overflow incontinence with mild retention and some bladder function?

Using elastic-waist pants without buttons or zippers is an appropriate nursing intervention to help mitigate toilet access restricted by cognitive impairments.

Match the type of incontinence with its primary cause:

Which nursing intervention is least appropriate for addressing urinary retention?

Which section of the small intestine primarily absorbs water, fats, and bile salts?

The large intestine is longer than the small intestine.

What are the three primary functions of the colon?

Digestive enzymes and bile enter the small intestine from the pancreas and the ______.

Which of the following conditions can disrupt peristalsis, reduce absorption, or block the passage of fluid in the small intestine?

The duodenum and jejunum absorb most nutrients and electrolytes in the small intestine.

Match the following sections of the large intestine with their description:

Which type of food helps remove fats and waste products from the body more efficiently?

What happens to fecal matter when peristalsis is abnormally fast in the large intestine?

Physical inactivity promotes peristalsis.

What is the usual position during defecation?

During emotional stress, the digestive process is ______, and peristalsis is increased.

What is the recommended daily fluid intake for men to support healthy bowel elimination?

Which of the following is a common effect of opioid medications on bowel elimination?

Patients who receive a local or regional anesthetic are more at risk for elimination alterations.

Match the following:

Which of the following is a potential cause of constipation?

Diarrhea is characterized by a decrease in the number of stools and the passage of formed feces.

What is fecal impaction?

Patients should avoid overuse of stimulant laxatives because the intestine can become __________ on them.

Match the bowel elimination problem with its description:

Increased venous pressure can cause which of the following?

Following a diagnostic procedure involving visualization of GI structures, changes in elimination, such as increased gas or loose stool, are uncommon.

Name three signs of dehydration in adults.

Which of the following is NOT a common reservoir for microorganisms?

MDROs are viruses?

What is the primary purpose of healthcare workers using personal protective equipment (PPE)?

The ability of a microorganism to grow and multiply, enter tissue, and cause disease is called its ______.

Match the following routes with relevant examples:

Which of the following is an example of a vehicle mode of transmission?

A fomite is a living organism involved in disease transmission.

Which of the following is a crucial step in breaking the chain of infection at the 'port of entry' stage?

During the alarm stage of the general adaptation syndrome, what physiological change occurs?

Increased erythrocyte sedimentation rate indicates the presence of an inflammatory process.

What is the normal range for white blood cell (WBC) count in an adult?

Adrenocorticotropic hormone increases ______ levels.

Match the following laboratory tests with their indication of infection:

Which of the following findings in a urine culture indicates the presence of an infection?

Increased iron levels indicate the presence of a chronic infection.

Patients with what medical condition are at particular risk for infection?