A client had a new colostomy created 2 days earlier and is beginning to pass malodorous...

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A client had a new colostomy created 2 days earlier and is beginning to pass malodorous flatus (smelly gas) from the stoma. What is the correct interpretation by the nurse? 1 Point The client is experiencing early signs of ischemic bowel. The client should not have the nasogastric tube removed. This indicates inadequate preoperative bowel preparation. This is a normal, expected event. After having frequent diarrhea and a weight loss of 10 lb (4.5 kg) over 2 months, a patient has a new diagnosis of Crohn's disease. What should the nurse plan to teach the patient? 1 Point Enteral nutrition Fluid restriction Activity restrictions Medication use A client had a new colostomy created 2 days earlier and is beginning to pass malodorous flatus (smelly gas) from the stoma. What is the correct interpretation by the nurse? 1 Point The client is experiencing early signs of ischemic bowel. The client should not have the nasogastric tube removed. This indicates inadequate preoperative bowel preparation. This is a normal, expected event. After having frequent diarrhea and a weight loss of 10 lb (4.5 kg) over 2 months, a patient has a new diagnosis of Crohn's disease. What should the nurse plan to teach the patient? 1 Point Enteral nutrition Fluid restriction Activity restrictions Medication use

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Answer 1 D This is a normal expected event Explanation 1 The ... View the full answer