Practice Question
The nurse is evaluating teaching for a client with a newly diagnosed anal fistula. Which statement by the client requires further teaching?
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Correct Answer:
"I should avoid all bowel movements for several days to allow healing."
Rationale:
🟢 This statement reflects incorrect understanding and requires further teaching. Avoiding bowel movements can lead to constipation, infection, or abscess formation in clients with anal fistulas.
🟢 The goal is to maintain soft, regular stools through adequate hydration, stool softeners, and a high-fiber diet to prevent straining.
🟢 Sitz baths and antibiotics promote comfort and infection prevention, not bowel restriction.
🟢 Proper hygiene and follow-up with surgery are also vital for healing and fistula management.
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This question is from Ati Custom NSG2440 Med Surg 3 Exam 1 Fall 2025 which contains 44 questions.
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Ati Custom NSG2440 Med Surg 3 Exam 1 Fall 2025
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- Category: RN Nursing Exam(s)
- Subcategory: ATI Exam(s)
- Domain: RN ATI MedSurg
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