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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
You're preparing a patient with a malignant tumor for colorectal surgery and subsequent colostomy. The patient tells you he's anxious. What should your initial step be in working with this patient?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: When a patient with a malignant tumor is anxious about colorectal surgery and a colostomy, the initial step is to determine what the patient already knows about colostomies.
Question 3 of 5
You're caring for Lewis, a 67 y.o. patient with liver cirrhosis who develops ascites and requires paracentesis. Relief of which symptom indicated that the paracentesis was effective?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Dyspnea relief indicates that the paracentesis was effective in reducing ascites.
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
Develop a teaching care plan for Angie who is about to undergo a liver biopsy. Which of the following points do you include?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Instruct the patient to lie on their right side after the biopsy to apply pressure and prevent bleeding.
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