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ATI Gastrointestinal System Test Questions
Question 1 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 2 of 5
Anna is 45 y.o. and has a bleeding ulcer. Despite multiple blood transfusions, her HGB is 7.5g/dl and HCT is 27%. Her doctor determines that surgical intervention is necessary and she undergoes partial gastrectomy. Postoperative nursing care includes:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Postoperative care for a patient who underwent partial gastrectomy includes keeping her NPO until the return of peristalsis to prevent complications.
Question 3 of 5
Type A chronic gastritis can be distinguished from type B by its ability to:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Type A chronic gastritis can cause atrophy of the parietal cells, which is a distinguishing feature from type B.
Question 4 of 5
A client who has ulcerative colitis has persistent diarrhea. He is thin and has lost 12 pounds since the exacerbation of his ulcerative colitis. The nurse should anticipate that the physician will order which of the following treatment approaches to help the client meet his nutritional needs?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Implementing total parenteral nutrition helps meet the nutritional needs of a client with persistent diarrhea and significant weight loss due to ulcerative colitis.
Question 5 of 5
You're caring for a patient with a sigmoid colostomy. The stool from this colostomy is:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The stool from a sigmoid colostomy is typically formed.
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