NCLEX-RN
Gastrointestinal NCLEX RN Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
The nurse observes a newly hired nurse care for a client with a colostomy. Which action by the newly hired nurse requires follow-up? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: B,D,E
Rationale: Using moisturizing soap (
B) can interfere with appliance adhesion, sterile gloves (
D) are unnecessary as clean gloves suffice, and isopropyl alcohol (E) can irritate the skin. Emptying the pouch appropriately (
A) and recognizing a normal stoma (
C) are correct.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client who has just been diagnosed with peritonitis. Which of the following medications should the nurse anticipate the primary health care provider (PHCP) will prescribe?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Ciprofloxacin, an antibiotic, is used to treat bacterial peritonitis. Pantoprazole reduces acid, lactulose treats hepatic encephalopathy, and loperamide slows motility, none of which address peritonitis directly.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse cares for a client who had a liver transplant 48 hours ago. It would be a priority for the nurse to notify the healthcare provider (HCP) if the client has
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Rising AST and ALT levels (
B) indicate possible liver graft dysfunction or rejection, a critical finding requiring immediate HCP notification post-transplant.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is screening individuals at risk for gastric cancer. It would be appropriate for the nurse to identify which of the following as a risk factor for gastric cancer?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Chronic gastritis (
C), often caused by H. pylori, is a known risk factor for gastric cancer. The other options are not directly associated.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is developing a plan of care for a client who had bariatric surgery. Which of the following should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Pneumatic compression devices (
A) prevent thromboembolism, a key risk post-bariatric surgery due to immobility and obesity. Catheters (
B), bed rest (
C), and girth measurement (
D) are not routinely required.