ATI RN
ATI Gastrointestinal System Test Questions
Question 1 of 5
The nurse evaluates the client's stoma during the initial post-op period. Which of the following observations should be reported immediately to the physician?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A dark red to purple stoma may indicate compromised blood flow or ischemia, which requires immediate medical attention. This color change could be a sign of inadequate blood supply to the stoma tissue, leading to tissue damage or necrosis. Reporting this observation promptly is crucial to prevent further complications. Choices A, C, and D are not indicative of immediate medical concern. A slightly edematous stoma, oozing a small amount of blood, or not expelling stool may not be uncommon findings during the initial post-op period and can be managed without urgent intervention.
Question 2 of 5
You're assessing the stoma of a patient with a healthy, well-healed colostomy. You expect the stoma to appear:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.
Question 3 of 5
You're caring for a patient with a sigmoid colostomy. The stool from this colostomy is:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.
Question 4 of 5
You're advising a 21 y.o. with a colostomy who reports problems with flatus. What food should you recommend?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.
Question 5 of 5
You have to teach ostomy self care to a patient with a colostomy. You tell the patient to measure and cut the wafer:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.