ATI RN
ATI Gastrointestinal System Test Questions
Question 1 of 5
Janice is waiting for discharge instructions after her herniorrhaphy. Which of the following instructions do you include?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Advise the patient to lose weight if obese to reduce the risk of complications after herniorrhaphy.
Question 2 of 5
Type A chronic gastritis can be distinguished from type B by its ability to:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Type A chronic gastritis can cause atrophy of the parietal cells, which is a distinguishing feature from type B.
Question 3 of 5
Before bowel surgery, Lee is to administer enemas until clear. During administration, he complains of intestinal cramps. What do you do next?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: If a patient complains of intestinal cramps during an enema, lowering the height of the enema container can help reduce discomfort.
Question 4 of 5
Arthur has a family history of colon cancer and is scheduled to have a sigmoidoscopy. He is crying as he tells you, "I know that I have colon cancer, too." Which response is most therapeutic?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Acknowledging the patient's emotions with 'You seem upset' is the most therapeutic response.
Question 5 of 5
Glenda has cholelithiasis (gallstones). You expect her to complain of:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Patients with cholelithiasis often complain of pain in the right upper quadrant, radiating to the shoulder.
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