Irritable bowel syndrome

Irritable bowel syndrome ( 35 Questions)

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Question 18 :

A client with a suspected diagnosis of Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) asks the nurse about the nature of abdominal pain associated with the condition. How should the nurse respond?

A "The abdominal pain in IBS is typically constant and severe, and it is located primarily in the lower right quadrant of the abdomen."

Incorrect. Abdominal pain in IBS is typically described as crampy or spasmodic, not constant and severe. Additionally, it is not limited to the lower right quadrant.

B "The abdominal pain in IBS is often described as crampy or spasmodic and is usually located in the lower abdomen."

Correct. The abdominal pain associated with IBS is often described as crampy or spasmodic and is usually located in the lower abdomen.

Incorrect. IBS-related abdominal pain is not typically described as sharp and stabbing, and it is not usually felt in the upper abdomen.

D "Abdominal pain is not a significant symptom of IBS; it primarily presents with nausea and vomiting."

Incorrect. Abdominal pain is indeed a significant symptom of IBS, and it is often described as crampy or spasmodic, not primarily associated with nausea and vomiting.

Irritable bowel syndrome

Irritable bowel syndrome ( 35 Questions)

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