ATI RN
Med-Surg Gastrointestinal NCLEX Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
Priority Decision: Following auscultation of the abdomen, what should the nurse's next action be?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: After auscultation percussing the abdomen helps assess for fluid gas or organ enlargement.
Question 2 of 5
Chronic hepatitis C may be treated with:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Chronic hepatitis C is often treated with antiviral medications like interferon and ribavirin to manage the infection and prevent liver damage.
Question 3 of 5
The patient asks the nurse to explain what the physician meant when he said the patient had an anorectal abscess. Which description should the nurse use to explain this to the patient?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: An anorectal abscess is a collection of pus near the anus that can occur due to infected anal glands.
Question 4 of 5
Which of the following instructions should a nurse provide a client with an ileostomy when using the catheter?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Resistance at the nipple valve may indicate blockage, and the client should report it to avoid complications.
Question 5 of 5
For clients coming to the ambulatory care GI clinic, which task would be most appropriate to assign to the LPN/LVN?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: LPNs are trained to assist with procedures such as incision and drainage, whereas client education and evaluation require an RN.