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ATI Gastrointestinal System Quizlet Questions
Question 1 of 5
Five days after undergoing surgery, a client develops a small-bowel obstruction. A Miller-Abbott tube is inserted for bowel decompression. Which nursing diagnosis takes priority?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: For a client with a small-bowel obstruction and a Miller-Abbott tube, deficient fluid volume is the priority nursing diagnosis.
Question 2 of 5
The client has just had surgery to create an ileostomy. The nurse assesses the client in the immediate post-op period for which of the following most frequent complications of this type of surgery?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Fluid and electrolyte imbalance is a common complication following ileostomy surgery due to the loss of large volumes of fluid and electrolytes through the stoma. Monitoring and replacing fluids and electrolytes is essential.
Question 3 of 5
The client with a new colostomy is concerned about the odor from the stool in the ostomy drainage bag. The nurse teaches the client to include which of the following foods in the diet to reduce odor?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Yogurt helps reduce odor in the stool by promoting healthy bacteria in the digestive tract.
Question 4 of 5
Which of the following definitions best describes diverticulosis?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B: 'A noninflamed outpouching of the intestine.' Diverticulosis refers to the presence of small, bulging pouches (diverticula) that can form in the lining of the digestive system, especially the colon. These pouches are typically noninflamed. Choice A is incorrect because it describes diverticulitis, which is the inflammation of these pouches. Choice C is incorrect as it defines bowel obstruction, not diverticulosis. Choice D is incorrect as it refers to a hernia, not diverticulosis.
Question 5 of 5
Which of the following interventions should be included in the medical management of Crohn's disease?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Long-term steroid therapy is often used in the management of Crohn's disease to reduce inflammation and suppress the immune response.
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