ATI RN
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
The nurse is performing a colostomy irrigation on a client. During the irrigation, a client begins to complain of abdominal cramps. Which of the following is the most appropriate nursing action?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: If a client experiences abdominal cramps during a colostomy irrigation, it is appropriate to stop the irrigation temporarily to allow the cramps to subside.
Question 3 of 5
Colon cancer is most closely associated with which of the following conditions?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Ulcerative colitis is a condition closely associated with an increased risk of developing colon cancer due to chronic inflammation of the colon.
Question 4 of 5
Care for the postoperative client after gastric resection should focus on which of the following problems?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Postoperative care after gastric resection should focus on the client's nutritional needs to ensure proper healing and recovery.
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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