Inflammatory bowel disease

Inflammatory bowel disease ( 35 Questions)

A client asks the nurse about potential complications of Inflammatory Bowel Disease. What should the nurse include as a possible complication of untreated or poorly managed IBD?


Correct Answer: B

A) Incorrect. Kidney stones are not a direct complication of Inflammatory Bowel Disease. They may be associated with certain dietary habits or conditions, but they are not a primary concern in IBD.

B) Correct. Osteoporosis can be a complication of untreated or poorly managed Inflammatory Bowel Disease. This is due, in part, to factors such as malabsorption of nutrients and long-term steroid use, which can lead to bone density loss.

C) Incorrect. Migraine headaches are not a common complication of Inflammatory Bowel Disease. They are separate conditions with different causes.

D) Incorrect. Allergic reactions are not a direct complication of Inflammatory Bowel Disease. They may occur in individuals with allergies but are not specifically related to IBD.




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