ATI RN
ATI Gastrointestinal System Questions
Question 1 of 5
A client is to take one daily dose of ranitidine (Zantac) at home to treat her peptic ulcer. The nurse knows that the client understands proper drug administration of ranitidine when she says that she will take the drug at which of the following times?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Ranitidine (Zantac) is best taken at bedtime to reduce stomach acid production overnight.
Question 2 of 5
After a subtotal gastrectomy, care of the client's nasogastric tube and drainage system should include which of the following nursing interventions?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Monitoring the client for nausea, vomiting, and abdominal distention is crucial for ensuring proper functioning of the nasogastric tube and drainage system.
Question 3 of 5
The client with a duodenal ulcer may exhibit which of the following findings on assessment?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Melena (black, tarry stools) can be an indication of a duodenal ulcer.
Question 4 of 5
A client with a peptic ulcer is scheduled for a vagotomy. The client asks the nurse about the purpose of this procedure. The nurse tells the client that the procedure:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A vagotomy reduces the stimulus to acid secretions by cutting the vagus nerve, which innervates the stomach.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is providing discharge instructions to a client following gastrectomy. Which measure will the nurse instruct the client to follow to assist in preventing dumping syndrome?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: To prevent dumping syndrome after a gastrectomy, it is recommended to limit fluids taken with meals to slow down gastric emptying and reduce the symptoms.
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