ATI Gastrointestinal System Quizlet

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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

Which of the following symptoms is a client with colon cancer most likely to exhibit?

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: A change in bowel habits is the most common symptom of colon cancer.

Question 3 of 5

Which of the following complications of gastric resection should the nurse teach the client to watch for?

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Clients should be taught to watch for symptoms of dumping syndrome, a common complication after gastric resection.

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 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.

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