ATI LPN
Questions for Review of Systems Gastrointestinal Questions
Question 1 of 5
In childhood gastro-oesophageal reflux disease: ( Select one that does not apply)
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Up to 10% of childhood gastro-oesophageal reflux disease patients have associated respiratory symptoms, possibly linked to aspiration. The best objective test is 24-h oesophageal pH monitoring. Metoclopramide is contraindicated for those under 20 years because of severe dystonic reactions. Cisapride is probably the best prokinetic drug for children.
Question 2 of 5
Which order of metabolic processes converts nutrients consumed by an organism into cell parts?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Nutrients are digested, absorbed into blood, circulated to cells, diffused into cells, and synthesized into cell parts (e.g., proteins). Only A follows this biological sequence.
Question 3 of 5
Solid waste leaves the body through the rectum then the anus. Liquid waste leaves the body after passing through the ...
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Liquid waste (urine) is filtered by the kidneys and excreted via the bladder, making A correct. Blood vessels/lungs handle respiration, large intestine handles solid waste, and small/large intestine are digestive, not urinary.
Question 4 of 5
A disease of which structure could cause a high concentration of glucose in the urine?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Pancreatic dysfunction (e.g., diabetes) reduces insulin, leading to glucose excretion in urine, making A correct.
Question 5 of 5
What substance aids in the digestion of proteins in structure X?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Assuming X is the stomach, pepsin digests proteins there, making B correct.