ATI RN
NCLEX Questions Gastrointestinal System Questions
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who reports having chronic constipation. Which of the following herbal supplements should the nurse recommend?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D: Flaxseed. Flaxseed is rich in fiber, which helps promote bowel regularity and relieve constipation. The insoluble fiber in flaxseed adds bulk to stool, making it easier to pass. Ginseng (A) is not typically used for constipation. Coenzyme Q-10 (B) is not known to alleviate constipation. Cranberry juice (C) is more commonly used for urinary tract health, not constipation. Flaxseed is the best choice due to its high fiber content and effectiveness in promoting regular bowel movements.
Question 2 of 5
Katrina is diagnosed with lactose intolerance. To avoid complications with lack of calcium in the diet, which food should be included in the diet?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D: Dark green, leafy vegetables. Dark green, leafy vegetables are a good source of calcium and can help Katrina meet her calcium needs without consuming milk and cheese products. Since Katrina is lactose intolerant, consuming milk and cheese products can lead to gastrointestinal issues due to the inability to digest lactose. Fruits and whole grains do not provide significant amounts of calcium compared to dark green, leafy vegetables. Therefore, including dark green, leafy vegetables in the diet is the best option to prevent complications from lack of calcium intake.
Question 3 of 5
Mandy, an adolescent girl is admitted to an acute care facility with severe malnutrition. After a thorough examination, the physician diagnoses anorexia nervosa. When developing the plan of care for this client, the nurse is most likely to include which nursing diagnosis?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C: Chronic low self-esteem. In anorexia nervosa, individuals often have distorted body image and low self-esteem, which contributes to their disordered eating behavior. By addressing the nursing diagnosis of chronic low self-esteem, the nurse can focus on interventions to help improve the client's self-worth and body image perception. A: Hopelessness may be present in anorexia nervosa but chronic low self-esteem is more directly related to the disorder. B: Powerlessness is not the primary nursing diagnosis in anorexia nervosa; it may be a secondary issue. D: Deficient knowledge is not the main nursing diagnosis in anorexia nervosa; clients generally have knowledge about their condition but struggle with self-image and self-esteem.
Question 4 of 5
Which of the following is FALSE about the enteric nervous system?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Correct Answer: D Rationale: 1. The enteric nervous system can autonomously regulate digestive functions locally without input from the central nervous system. 2. Enteric sensory and motor neurons are key components of the enteric nervous system, responsible for detecting stimuli and coordinating gut movements. 3. Enteric interneurons play a crucial role in connecting sensory and motor neurons within the enteric nervous system. 4. Choice D is false because the enteric neurons are capable of controlling digestive tract functions independently from the central nervous system.
Question 5 of 5
Which one of the connective tissue sheets listed below consists of two layers of serous membranes with a thin layer of connective tissue between them and attaches to the small intestine?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B: mesentery proper. The mesentery proper consists of two layers of serous membranes with a thin layer of connective tissue between them, and it attaches to the small intestine. This structure provides support and allows for movement of the small intestine. A: The lesser omentum attaches the stomach to the liver, not the small intestine. C: The greater omentum is a large apron-like structure that hangs down from the stomach and covers the intestines, but it does not specifically attach to the small intestine. D: The falciform ligament attaches the liver to the diaphragm and anterior abdominal wall, not the small intestine.