ATI Gastrointestinal System Test

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Sigmoidoscopy is the diagnostic test that confirms the diagnosis of an acute episode of ulcerative colitis.

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Dark, tarry stools indicate bleeding in the upper GI tract.

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: The correct order for performing an abdominal assessment is observation, auscultation, percussion, and palpation.

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Instruct the patient to splint the incision if he can't avoid sneezing or coughing to minimize the risk of complications after heriorrhaphy.

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: When a patient is complaining of abdominal pain, the priority is to auscultate to determine changes in bowel sounds.