ATI RN
ATI Gastrointestinal System Test Questions
Question 1 of 5
Donald is a 61 y.o. man with diverticulitis. Diverticulitis is characterized by:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Diverticulitis is characterized by crampy lower left quadrant pain and a low-grade fever.
Question 2 of 5
The student nurse is teaching the family of a patient with liver failure. You instruct them to limit which foods in the patient's diet?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: For a patient with liver failure, it is important to limit the intake of meats and beans to reduce the risk of hepatic encephalopathy.
Question 3 of 5
You promote hemodynamic stability in a patient with upper GI bleeding by:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Promoting hemodynamic stability in a patient with upper GI bleeding involves giving blood, electrolyte, and fluid replacement.
Question 4 of 5
You're developing the plan of care for a patient experiencing dumping syndrome after a Billroth II procedure. Which dietary instructions do you include?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: To manage dumping syndrome, it is important to omit fluids with meals to slow gastric emptying.
Question 5 of 5
You have to teach ostomy self care to a patient with a colostomy. You tell the patient to measure and cut the wafer:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The wafer should be measured and cut about 1/8" larger than the stoma to ensure proper fit and prevent skin irritation.
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