Irritable bowel syndrome

Irritable bowel syndrome ( 35 Questions)

A nurse is explaining the subtypes of Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) to a client. What are the main subtypes of IBS based on predominant bowel habits?


Correct Answer: A

A) Correct. The main subtypes of IBS are based on predominant bowel habits: diarrhea-predominant, constipation-predominant, and mixed (alternating between diarrhea and constipation).

B) Incorrect. These options refer to different types of gastrointestinal disorders (Ulcerative Colitis, Crohn's Disease, and Diverticular Disease) rather than subtypes of IBS.

C) Incorrect. These options refer to various types of gastrointestinal inflammation (Gastritis, Duodenitis, and Esophagitis) but are not subtypes of IBS.

D) Incorrect. These options refer to different categories of gastrointestinal disorders but are not subtypes of IBS.




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