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NCLEX Questions Gastrointestinal System Questions
Question 1 of 5
Bile is produced by which organ and stored in the gallbladder until needed for digestion?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B: Liver. The liver produces bile, which is a greenish-yellow fluid that helps in the digestion and absorption of fats. It is stored in the gallbladder and released into the small intestine when needed. The stomach (A) produces gastric juices, not bile. The pancreas (C) produces digestive enzymes, but not bile. The small intestine (D) is where bile is released to aid in the digestion of fats, not where it is produced or stored.
Question 2 of 5
Which adult should the nurse plan to teach about risks associated with obesity?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B because a waist circumference of 42 inches in men signifies abdominal obesity, which is a significant risk factor for health issues related to obesity. A high waist circumference indicates excess visceral fat, which is linked to heart disease and other health problems. Choice A is incorrect because a BMI of 18 kg/m2 indicates underweight, not obesity. Choice C is incorrect because a BMI of 24 kg/m2 falls within the healthy weight range, not indicating obesity. Choice D is incorrect because a waist circumference of 34 inches in women is considered normal, not indicative of obesity.
Question 3 of 5
Which action will the nurse include in the plan of care for a patient who is being admitted with Clostridium difficile?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D: Place the patient in a private room on contact isolation. This is important because Clostridium difficile is highly contagious, spread through contact with infected feces. Isolating the patient helps prevent the spread. A: Teaching about food storage is irrelevant to managing C. difficile. B: Administering medications is not mentioned in the question. C: Ordering a diet without dairy is not the priority; isolation is key to prevent transmission.
Question 4 of 5
A patient is receiving continuous enteral nutrition through a small-bore silicone feeding tube. What should the nurse plan for when this patient has a computed tomography (CT) scan ordered?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Rationale: - Correct Answer (B): Shutting off the feeding 30-60 mins before the CT scan reduces the risk of aspiration or vomiting during the procedure, minimizing potential complications. - Incorrect Answer (A): Rescheduling the scan is not necessary if feeding is temporarily stopped before the procedure. - Incorrect Answer (C): Connecting the feeding tube to continuous suction is unnecessary and may lead to dehydration or electrolyte imbalances. - Incorrect Answer (D): Sending a suction catheter with the patient is not a standard practice for CT scans; aspiration risk can be minimized by stopping the feeding temporarily.
Question 5 of 5
Which assessment action will help the nurse determine if an obese patient has metabolic syndrome?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B: Check the patient's blood pressure. Monitoring blood pressure is crucial in determining if an obese patient has metabolic syndrome, as high blood pressure is one of the key criteria for diagnosing metabolic syndrome. Elevated blood pressure is a common feature of metabolic syndrome and is linked to other risk factors such as obesity, insulin resistance, and dyslipidemia. By checking the patient's blood pressure, the nurse can assess if the patient meets the criteria for metabolic syndrome. Choice A (Take the patient's apical pulse) is not directly related to diagnosing metabolic syndrome. Choice C (Ask the patient about dietary intake) may provide important information but does not specifically help in diagnosing metabolic syndrome. Choice D (Dipstick the patient's urine for protein) is not a relevant assessment for determining metabolic syndrome.