ATI Gastrointestinal System Quizlet

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ATI Gastrointestinal System Quizlet Questions

Question 1 of 5

The nurse is reviewing the record of a client with Crohn's disease. Which of the following stool characteristics would the nurse expect to note documented on the client's record?

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Diarrhea is a common stool characteristic in clients with Crohn's disease due to inflammation of the gastrointestinal tract.

Question 2 of 5

A nurse is monitoring a client admitted to the hospital with a diagnosis of appendicitis. The client is scheduled for surgery in 2 hours. The client begins to complain of increased abdominal pain and begins to vomit. On assessment the nurse notes that the abdomen is distended and the bowel sounds are diminished. Which of the following is the most appropriate nursing intervention?

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: The symptoms suggest possible perforation or peritonitis, which are serious complications requiring immediate medical attention. The nurse should promptly notify the physician.

Question 3 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 4 of 5

The client has been admitted with a diagnosis of acute pancreatitis. The nurse would assess this client for pain that is:

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Acute pancreatitis typically presents with severe, unrelenting pain in the epigastric area that radiates to the back. This pain is due to inflammation and autodigestion of the pancreas.

Question 5 of 5

The nurse is reviewing the record of a client with Crohn's disease. Which of the following stool characteristics would the nurse expect to note documented on the client's record?

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Diarrhea is a common stool characteristic in clients with Crohn's disease due to inflammation of the gastrointestinal tract.

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