ATI RN
ATI Gastrointestinal System Quizlet Questions
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is reviewing the physician's orders written for a client admitted with acute pancreatitis. Which physician order would the nurse question if noted on the client's chart?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Morphine for pain should be questioned as it can cause spasms of the sphincter of Oddi, worsening pancreatitis.
Question 2 of 5
A client presents to the emergency room, reporting that he has been vomiting every 30 to 40 minutes for the past 8 hours. Frequent vomiting puts him at risk for which of the following?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Frequent vomiting can lead to metabolic alkalosis with hypokalemia due to the loss of stomach acid and electrolytes.
Question 3 of 5
Which of the following laboratory results would be expected in a client with peritonitis?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A white blood cell count above 15,000 is indicative of an infection, such as peritonitis.
Question 4 of 5
During the first few days of recovery from ostomy surgery for ulcerative colitis, which of the following aspects should be the first priority of client care?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: During the initial recovery period from ostomy surgery, skin care is the first priority to prevent irritation and infection around the stoma site.
Question 5 of 5
Which of the following therapies is not included in the medical management of a client with peritonitis?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A regular diet is not included in the medical management of peritonitis, which requires bowel rest and IV fluids.
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