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ATI Gastrointestinal System Quizlet Questions
Question 1 of 5
Which of the following areas is the most common site of fistulas in clients with Crohn's disease?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The anorectal area is the most common site of fistulas in clients with Crohn's disease.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse instructs the ileostomy client to do which of the following as a part of essential care of the stoma?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Cleansing the peristomal skin meticulously is crucial to prevent irritation and infection around the stoma.
Question 3 of 5
Which of the following medications is most effective for treating the pain associated with irritable bowel disease?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Acetaminophen is often the first line of treatment for pain associated with irritable bowel disease due to its safety profile.
Question 4 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 5 of 5
The client with a colostomy has an order for irrigation of the colostomy. The nurse used which solution for irrigation?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Tap water at body temperature is generally used for colostomy irrigation unless the local water supply is not safe for drinking, in which case bottled water can be used.
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