ATI Gastrointestinal System

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Question 1 of 5

A client with suspected gastric cancer undergoes an endoscopy of the stomach. Which of the following assessments made after the procedure would indicate the development of a potential complication?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: A sudden increase in temperature after an endoscopy can indicate a potential complication, such as perforation.

Question 2 of 5

The client with GERD complains of a chronic cough. The nurse understands that in a client with GERD this symptom may be indicative of which of the following conditions?

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Aspiration of gastric contents can lead to a chronic cough in clients with GERD.

Question 3 of 5

The client being treated for esophageal varices has a Sengstaken-Blakemore tube inserted to control the bleeding. The most important assessment is for the nurse to:

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Regularly assessing respiratory status is crucial when a Sengstaken-Blakemore tube is inserted to control bleeding in esophageal varices.

Question 4 of 5

When counseling a client in ways to prevent cholecystitis, which of the following guidelines is most important?

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Eating a low-fat, low-cholesterol diet is most important for preventing cholecystitis.

Question 5 of 5

The nurse would assess the client experiencing an acute episode of cholecystitis for pain that is located in the right:

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Pain from cholecystitis is typically located in the right upper quadrant and may radiate to the right scapula and shoulder.

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