ATI Gastrointestinal System Test

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Question 1 of 5

Before bowel surgery, Lee is to administer enemas until clear. During administration, he complains of intestinal cramps. What do you do next?

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: If a patient complains of intestinal cramps during an enema, lowering the height of the enema container can help reduce discomfort.

Question 2 of 5

What information is correct about stomach cancer?

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Stomach pain is often a late symptom of stomach cancer.

Question 3 of 5

Michael, a 42 y.o. man is admitted to the med-surg floor with a diagnosis of acute pancreatitis. His BP is 136/76, pulse 96, Resps 22 and temp 101. His past history includes hyperlipidemia and alcohol abuse. The doctor prescribes an NG tube. Before inserting the tube, you explain the purpose to patient. Which of the following is a most accurate explanation?

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Explain to the patient that the NG tube is used to empty the stomach of fluids and gas, which helps relieve symptoms of acute pancreatitis.

Question 4 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.

Question 5 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.

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