Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 63%
Simulated
The nurse is caring for a client diagnosed with ulcerative colitis. Which symptom(s) support this diagnosis?
Correct answer
C
Rationale
Multiple bloody, liquid stools are a hallmark of ulcerative colitis due to mucosal inflammation. Appetite/thirst increase, elevated hemoglobin, and stress-unrelated exacerbations are incorrect.