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CGRN GI/Endoscopy Practice Exam

Category - Basic Care

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A client with acute pancreatitis is complaining of severe abdominal pain. The nurse should teach the client to avoid which of the following positions to alleviate the pain?

Lying supine in the bed
Flexing the left leg
Sitting up in the bed
Leaning forward

Explanation

Answer: A - Lying supine in bed and walking can aggravate the pain associated with acute pancreatitis. Therefore, these positions must be avoided. Flexing the legs, sitting up, and leaning forward can alleviate the pain.

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