ATI Gastrointestinal System Quizlet

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Question 1 of 5

Radiation therapy is used to treat colon cancer before surgery for which of the following reasons?

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Radiation therapy is used before surgery to reduce the size of the tumor, making it easier to remove.

Question 2 of 5

Colon cancer is most closely associated with which of the following conditions?

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Ulcerative colitis is a condition closely associated with an increased risk of developing colon cancer due to chronic inflammation of the colon.

Question 3 of 5

Surgical management of ulcerative colitis may be performed to treat which of the following complications?

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Surgical management of ulcerative colitis may be necessary to treat complications such as bowel perforation.

Question 4 of 5

Which of the following symptoms indicates diverticulosis?

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Diverticulosis often has no symptoms and is usually found incidentally during tests for other conditions.

Question 5 of 5

The nurse is preparing a discharge teaching plan for the client who had an umbilical hernia repair. Which of the following would the nurse include in the plan?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: To prevent strain on the surgical site and avoid disruption of tissue integrity, the client should avoid coughing after an umbilical hernia repair.

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