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ATI Gastrointestinal System Test Questions
Question 1 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 2 of 5
Findings during an endoscopic exam include a cobblestone appearance of the colon in your patient. The findings are characteristic of which disorder?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The cobblestone appearance of the colon is characteristic of Crohn's disease.
Question 3 of 5
Elmer is scheduled for a proctoscopy and has an I.V. The doctor wrote an order for 5mg of I.V. diazepam(Valium). Which order is correct regarding diazepam?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct method for administering I.V. diazepam is to give it in the I.V. port closest to the vein.
Question 4 of 5
Janice is waiting for discharge instructions after her herniorrhaphy. Which of the following instructions do you include?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Advise the patient to lose weight if obese to reduce the risk of complications after herniorrhaphy.
Question 5 of 5
When planning care for a client with ulcerative colitis who is experiencing symptoms, which client care activities can the nurse appropriately delegate to a unlicensed assistant?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Providing skin care following bowel movements, maintaining intake and output records, and obtaining the client's weight can be delegated to a unlicensed assistant.
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