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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 in the client's record?

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Crohn's disease is characterized by nonbloody diarrhea of usually not more than four to five stools daily. Over time, the diarrhea episodes increase in frequency, duration, and severity. Chronic constipation (
Choice
A), constipation alternating with diarrhea (
Choice
C), and stool constantly oozing from the rectum (
Choice
D) are not characteristics typically associated with Crohn's disease.

Question 2 of 5

The client with a duodenal ulcer may exhibit which of the following findings on assessment?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Melena (black, tarry stools) can be an indication of a duodenal ulcer.

Question 3 of 5

Which of the following tests can be performed to diagnose a hiatal hernia?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: A barium swallow is a diagnostic test that can visualize the esophagus, stomach, and small intestine to diagnose a hiatal hernia.

Question 4 of 5

The client has orders for a nasogastric (NG) tube insertion. During the procedure, instructions that will assist in the insertion would be:

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Instructing the client to tilt his head back for insertion in the nostril, then flex his neck for the final insertion helps facilitate the NG tube insertion.

Question 5 of 5

The nurse is caring for a client following a Billroth II procedure. On review of the post-operative orders, which of the following, if prescribed, would the nurse question and verify?

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Irrigating the nasogastric tube is typically not recommended after a Billroth II procedure unless specifically ordered by a physician due to the risk of disrupting the surgical site.

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