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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 client with irritable bowel syndrome is being prepared for discharge. Which of the following meal plans should the nurse give the client?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A high fiber, low-fat diet is recommended for clients with irritable bowel syndrome to promote bowel regularity and reduce symptoms.
Question 3 of 5
Which of the following treatments is used for rectal cancer but not for colon cancer?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Radiation therapy is commonly used for rectal cancer to shrink the tumor before surgery, which is not typically done for colon cancer.
Question 4 of 5
Which of the following symptoms may be exhibited by a client with Crohn's disease?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Clients with Crohn's disease may exhibit symptoms such as steatorrhea, which is the presence of excess fat in the stool.
Question 5 of 5
If a client had irritable bowel syndrome, which of the following diagnostic tests would determine if the diagnosis is Crohn's disease or ulcerative colitis?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A colonoscopy with biopsy is the most definitive diagnostic test to differentiate between Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis.
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