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ATI Gastrointestinal System Quizlet Questions
Question 1 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 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
Crohn's disease can be described as a chronic relapsing disease. Which of the following areas in the GI system may be involved with this disease?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Crohn's disease can affect any part of the gastrointestinal tract from the mouth to the anus, but it commonly affects the small intestine and colon, involving the entire thickness of the bowel wall.
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
A client with gastric cancer can expect to have surgery for resection. Which of the following should be the nursing management priority for the preoperative client with gastric cancer?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The priority for preoperative management of a client with gastric cancer is the correction of nutritional deficits.
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