ATI RN
ATI Gastrointestinal System Quizlet Questions
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
A client has a percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy tube inserted for tube feedings. Before starting a continuous feeding, the nurse should place the client in which position?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Placing the client in a high Fowler's position helps prevent aspiration and promotes proper digestion and feeding tube function.
Question 3 of 5
A client with gastric cancer may exhibit which of the following symptoms?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Clients with gastric cancer may experience a feeling of fullness due to the presence of the tumor.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is doing an admission assessment on a client with a history of duodenal ulcer. To determine whether the problem is currently active, the nurse would assess the client for which of the following most frequent symptom(s) of duodenal ulcer?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Pain that is relieved by food intake is the most frequent symptom of duodenal ulcers because the food neutralizes the stomach acid.
Question 5 of 5
Which of the following diets is most commonly associated with colon cancer?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A low-fiber, high-fat diet is most commonly associated with an increased risk of colon cancer.
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