The nurse is reviewing Hirschsprung's disease with a group of nursing students. It would be appropriate for the nurse to identify the primary treatment as
The nurse is reviewing Hirschsprung's disease with a group of nursing students. It would be appropriate for the nurse to identify the primary treatment as
A. surgical repair such as a colectomy.
[73%]
B. lifelong pancreatic enzymes with meals.
[12%]
C. gluten-free diet.
[9%]
D. fecal microbiota transplant.
[5%]
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Child Health
Lesson
Gastrointestinal
Client Need
Test Plan
Physiological Adaptation
Related Topic
Illness Management
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Application
Explanation
Choice A is correct. Surgical repair is commonly used to cure Hirschprung's disease. Various surgical approaches may be utilized, and the lining of the diseased part of the colon is stripped away. Then, the normal section is pulled through the colon from the inside and attached to the anus, such as a colectomy. In some cases, an endorectal pull-through procedure is performed, where a surgeon removes the segment of the large intestine lacking nerve cells and connects the first part to the anus.
Choice B is incorrect. Pancreatic enzymes with meals are one of the many treatments for cystic fibrosis. This is done to help the client digest the fat in the meal and reduce the steatorrhea.
Choice C is incorrect. A gluten-free diet is the mainstay treatment for celiac disease. Primary sources of gluten include barley, rye, oats, and wheat.
Choice D is incorrect. Fecal microbiota transplant is a highly effective treatment for individuals with recurring C. diff infections. This procedure involves putting some of the donor's fecal microbiota and placing it in the individual's colon.
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