ATI LPN
Pediatric Gi Disorders Practice Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
Which herb prevents urinary infection?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Chamomile (D) prevents urinary tract infections and GI spasms due to its anti-inflammatory properties. Feverfew (A) treats migraines, Kava Kava (B) reduces anxiety, and St. John’s Wort (C) addresses depression. Document: 'Chamomile… Prevents urinary tract infections, gastrointestinal spasms; used for sedation.'
Question 2 of 5
Which diagnostic test permits the visualization of upper GI tract?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Endoscopy (C) visualizes the upper GI tract (esophagus, stomach). Colonoscopy (A) and sigmoidoscopy (B) are lower GI, proctoscopy (D) is rectal. Document: 'Endoscopy is used to visualize the upper GI tract.'
Question 3 of 5
A pregnant woman tells the nurse that she got relief from nausea when she had a therapy that involves pressure and massage on meridian sites. The nurse recognizes the description of this therapy as:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Acupressure (B) uses pressure/massage on meridian sites to relieve nausea. Acupuncture (A) uses needles, aromatherapy (C) scents, and Ayurveda (D) holistic balance. Document: 'Acupressure uses finger pressure and massage on the meridian sites… to control nausea.'
Question 4 of 5
A common, serious complication of rheumatic fever is:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Mitral valve scarring (B) is a significant rheumatic fever complication from inflammation. Arrhythmias (A), seizures (C), and hypertension (D) are not typical. Document: 'Cardiac valve damage is the most significant complication.'
Question 5 of 5
Before instilling ear drops in infants. Select the correct option below:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: In infants, gently pulling the pinna down and back (C) straightens the ear canal for drops. Upward pulls (A, B) are for older kids, aggressive pulling (D) risks injury. Document: 'Gently pull the pinna down and back.'