ATI RN
ATI Gastrointestinal System Test Questions
Question 1 of 5
Sharon has cirrhosis of the liver and develops ascites. What intervention is necessary to decrease the excessive accumulation of serous fluid in her peritoneal cavity?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Restricting fluids is necessary to decrease the excessive accumulation of serous fluid in the peritoneal cavity for a patient with ascites due to cirrhosis.
Question 2 of 5
Dark, tarry stools indicate bleeding in which location of the GI tract?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Dark, tarry stools indicate bleeding in the upper GI tract.
Question 3 of 5
Gail is scheduled for a cholecystectomy. After completion of preoperative teaching, Gail states,"If I lie still and avoid turning after the operation, I'll avoid pain. Do you think this is a good idea?" What is the best response?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The best response to Gail is to inform her that she will need to turn from side to side every 2 hours to prevent complications.
Question 4 of 5
Donald is a 61 y.o. man with diverticulitis. Diverticulitis is characterized by:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Diverticulitis is characterized by crampy lower left quadrant pain and a low-grade fever.
Question 5 of 5
Janice is waiting for discharge instructions after her herniorrhaphy. Which of the following instructions do you include?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Advise the patient to lose weight if obese to reduce the risk of complications after herniorrhaphy.
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