ATI RN
ATI Gastrointestinal System Test Questions
Question 1 of 5
Hepatic encephalopathy develops when the blood level of which substance increases?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Hepatic encephalopathy develops when the blood level of ammonia increases.
Question 2 of 5
Regina is a 46 y.o. woman with ulcerative colitis. You expect her stools to look like:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Stools in ulcerative colitis are typically bloody and mucoid.
Question 3 of 5
What information is correct about stomach cancer?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Stomach pain is often a late symptom of stomach cancer.
Question 4 of 5
A client with ulcerative colitis has an order to begin salicylate medication to reduce inflammation. The nurse instructs the client to take the medication:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C: After meals. Salicylate medications for ulcerative colitis should be taken after meals to minimize gastrointestinal irritation and enhance absorption. Taking the medication on an empty stomach (Choice B) may increase the risk of gastrointestinal side effects. Taking it 30 minutes before meals (Choice A) may not provide enough protection for the stomach lining. Taking it on arising (Choice D) is not recommended as it may not coincide with the peak absorption times of the medication.
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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