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ATI Gastrointestinal System Test Questions
Question 1 of 5
A client with ulcerative colitis has an order to begin salicylate medication to reduce inflammation. The nurse instructs the client to take the medication:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C: After meals. Salicylate medications for ulcerative colitis should be taken after meals to minimize gastrointestinal irritation and enhance absorption. Taking the medication on an empty stomach (Choice B) may increase the risk of gastrointestinal side effects. Taking it 30 minutes before meals (Choice A) may not provide enough protection for the stomach lining. Taking it on arising (Choice D) is not recommended as it may not coincide with the peak absorption times of the medication.
Question 2 of 5
You're performing an abdominal assessment on Brent who is 52 y.o. In which order do you proceed?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct order for performing an abdominal assessment is observation, auscultation, percussion, and palpation.
Question 3 of 5
A patient who underwent abdominal surgery now has a gaping incision due to delayed wound healing. Which method is correct when you irrigate a gaping abdominal incision with sterile normal saline solution, using a piston syringe?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Irrigating continuously until the solution becomes clear or all of the solution is used is the correct method when irrigating a gaping abdominal incision.
Question 4 of 5
You have a patient with achalasia (incomplete muscle relaxation of the GI tract, especially sphincter muscles). Which medications do you anticipate to administer?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Isosorbide dinitrate (Isordil) is a medication used to relax the muscles of the GI tract in patients with achalasia.
Question 5 of 5
A patient has a severe exacerbation of ulcerative colitis. Long-term medications will probably include:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Long-term medications for a severe exacerbation of ulcerative colitis probably include corticosteroids.
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