Asked by Stacey LeCesne on May 15, 2024
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A nurse is conducting an in-service on gastrointestinal disorders. The nurse includes that melena, the passage of black, tarry stools, suggests bleeding from which area?
A) Perianal or rectal area
B) Hemorrhoids or anal fissures
C) Upper gastrointestinal (GI) tract
D) Lower GI tract
Melena
The passage of dark, tarry stools containing digested blood, indicative of upper gastrointestinal bleeding.
Gastrointestinal Tract
The series of organs responsible for digestion, starting from the mouth and extending through to the anus, including the stomach and intestines.
- Perceive the pathophysiology and cure methods for special gastrointestinal ailments in the pediatric sector.
Verified Answer
TF
tweety fortunMay 21, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
Melena is denatured blood from the upper GI tract or bleeding from the right colon. Blood from the perianal or rectal area, hemorrhoids, or lower GI tract would be bright red.
Learning Objectives
- Perceive the pathophysiology and cure methods for special gastrointestinal ailments in the pediatric sector.
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