ATI Gastrointestinal System Test

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ATI Gastrointestinal System Test Questions

Question 1 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 2 of 5

Which goal of the client's care should take priority during the first days of hospitalization for an exacerbation of ulcerative colitis?

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Managing diarrhea should take priority during the first days of hospitalization for an exacerbation of ulcerative colitis.

Question 3 of 5

You're caring for a 28 y.o. woman with hepatitis B. She's concerned about the duration of her recovery. Which response isn't appropriate?

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Encouraging the patient to not worry about the future is not appropriate. Instead, address her concerns and provide information.

Question 4 of 5

A patient has a severe exacerbation of ulcerative colitis. Long-term medications will probably include:

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Long-term medications for a severe exacerbation of ulcerative colitis probably include corticosteroids.

Question 5 of 5

You're assessing the stoma of a patient with a healthy, well-healed colostomy. You expect the stoma to appear:

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: A healthy, well-healed colostomy stoma should appear red and moist.

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