Ms. Schultz has had a bowel movement. The stool is black in color and has a tarry consistency. What is your next action?
  1. Ask Ms. Schultz what her previous meal was.
  2. Ask the nurse to observe the stool.
  3. Dispose of the stool and report the color to the nurse.
  4. Ask a co-worker if this is normal for Ms. Schultz.
Explanation
Answer: B- The nurse assistant should report to the nurse any abnormal stools. Carefully observe the color, amount, consistency, odor, shape, size, frequency of defecation, and complaints of pain.
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