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A patient has been experiencing disconcerting GI symptoms that have been worsening in severity. Following medical assessment, the patient has been diagnosed with lactose intolerance. The nurse should recognize an increased need for what form of health promotion? A)Annual screening colonoscopies B)Adherence to recommended immunization schedules C)Regular blood pressure monitoring D)Frequent screening for osteoporosis {Ans: D - Persons with lactose intolerance often experience hypocalcemia and a consequent risk of osteoporosis related to malabsorption of calcium. Lactose intolerance does not create an increased need for screening for colorectal cancer, immunizations, or blood pressure monitoring.}A patient has been scheduled for an ultrasound of the gallbladder the following morning. What should the nurse do in preparation for this diagnostic study? A)Have the patient refrain from food and fluids after midnight. B)Administer the contrast agent orally 10 to 12 hours before the study. C)Administer the radioactive agent intravenously the evening before the study. D)Encourage the intake of 64 ounces of water 8 hours before the study. {Ans: A - An ultrasound of the gallbladder is most accurate if the patient fasts overnight, so that the gallbladder is distended. Contrast and radioactive agents are not used when performing ultrasonography of the gallbladder, as