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Question 1 of 5

A client is admitted to the hospital with acute viral hepatitis. Which of the following signs or symptoms would the nurse expect to note based on this diagnosis?

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Common signs of acute viral hepatitis include weight loss, dark urine, and fatigue. The client is anorexic, possibly from a toxin produced by the diseased liver, and finds food distasteful. The urine darkens because of excess bilirubin being excreted by the kidneys. Fatigue occurs during all phases of hepatitis.

Question 2 of 5

When counseling a client in ways to prevent cholecystitis, which of the following guidelines is most important?

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Eating a low-fat, low-cholesterol diet is most important for preventing cholecystitis.

Question 3 of 5

The nurse is scheduling diagnostic tests for a client. If all of the following diagnostic tests are ordered, which would be performed last?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: The correct answer is C, 'Barium swallow.' A barium swallow should be done after a barium enema or gallbladder series to prevent the contrast used in the barium swallow from obstructing the view of other organs. It takes several days for swallowed barium to pass completely out of the gastrointestinal tract. Choices A, B, and D are incorrect because a barium swallow should be the last test performed to ensure clear imaging without interference from residual contrast material.

Question 4 of 5

After a subtotal gastrectomy, care of the client's nasogastric tube and drainage system should include which of the following nursing interventions?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Monitoring the client for nausea, vomiting, and abdominal distention is crucial for ensuring proper functioning of the nasogastric tube and drainage system.

Question 5 of 5

The most important pathophysiologic factor contributing to the formation of esophageal varices is:

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Portal hypertension is the most important pathophysiologic factor contributing to the formation of esophageal varices.

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