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ATI Gastrointestinal System Quizlet Questions

Question 1 of 5

A client has just had surgery for colon cancer. Which of the following disorders might the client develop?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: After surgery for colon cancer, the client may develop a partial bowel obstruction.

Question 2 of 5

The nurse is preparing a discharge teaching plan for the client who had an umbilical hernia repair. Which of the following would the nurse include in the plan?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale:
To prevent strain on the surgical site and avoid disruption of tissue integrity, the client should avoid coughing after an umbilical hernia repair.

Question 3 of 5

Which area of the alimentary canal is the most common location for Crohn's disease?

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: The terminal ileum is the most common location for Crohn's disease.

Question 4 of 5

The nurse is assessing for stoma prolapse in a client with a colostomy. The nurse would observe which of the following if stoma prolapse occurred?

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: A protruding stoma is indicative of stoma prolapse, which occurs when the bowel protrudes excessively through the stoma.

Question 5 of 5

The client who has undergone creation of a colostomy has a nursing diagnosis of Disturbed body image. The nurse would evaluate that the client is making the most significant progress toward identified goals if the client:

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: The correct answer is D: Practices cutting the ostomy appliance. This choice indicates that the client is actively involved in self-care and adapting to the colostomy. By practicing cutting the ostomy appliance, the client is demonstrating independence and self-management skills, showing significant progress towards overcoming the disturbed body image.

Choices A, B, and C do not involve active participation in self-care tasks related to the colostomy, which are essential for the client's adaptation and acceptance.

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