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ATI Gastrointestinal System Quizlet Questions
Question 1 of 5
Crohn's disease can be described as a chronic relapsing disease. Which of the following areas in the GI system may be involved with this disease?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Crohn's disease can affect any part of the gastrointestinal tract from the mouth to the anus, but it commonly affects the small intestine and colon, involving the entire thickness of the bowel wall.
Question 2 of 5
Which area of the alimentary canal is the most common location for Crohn's disease?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The terminal ileum is the most common location for Crohn's disease.
Question 3 of 5
In a client with diarrhea, which outcome indicates that fluid resuscitation is successful?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Firm skin turgor indicates adequate hydration, which is a key goal of fluid resuscitation. Formed stools, decreased stool frequency, and relief from perianal burning are important but do not directly indicate successful fluid resuscitation.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is monitoring a client for the early signs of dumping syndrome. Which symptom indicates this occurrence?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Sweating and pallor are early signs of dumping syndrome, a condition where food moves too quickly from the stomach to the small intestine.
Question 5 of 5
Which of the following laboratory results would be expected in a client with peritonitis?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A white blood cell count above 15,000 is indicative of an infection, such as peritonitis.
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