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    Ati Rn Paediatrics 2023 Proctored Exam

    A nurse is caring for a preschooler who has a new diagnosis of celiac disease. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?

    Explanation & Rationale

    A. Hematemesis (vomiting blood): Hematemesis (vomiting blood) is not typically associated with celiac disease. It is more commonly seen in conditions like gastrointestinal bleeding, ulcers, or esophageal varices.B. Increased hemoglobin level: Celiac disease can lead to malabsorption of nutrients, including iron, which often results in anemia and decreased hemoglobin levels rather than increased hemoglobin levels.C. Redcurrant, jelly-like stools: Redcurrant jelly-like stools are characteristic of intussusception, not celiac disease. Intussusception is a condition where part of the intestine folds into another section, leading to obstruction and characteristic stools.D. Pale, oily stools: Pale, oily (steatorrhea) stools are a common finding in celiac disease. This is due to malabsorption of fats caused by damage to the small intestine's lining, leading to the excretion of undigested fats in the stool.

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