ATI RN
ATI Gastrointestinal System Quizlet Questions
Question 1 of 5
Which of the following diagnostic tests should be performed annually over age 50 to screen for colon cancer?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A fecal occult blood test should be performed annually for individuals over age 50 to screen for colon cancer.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is doing an admission assessment on a client with a history of duodenal ulcer. To determine whether the problem is currently active, the nurse would assess the client for which of the following most frequent symptom(s) of duodenal ulcer?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Pain that is relieved by food intake is the most frequent symptom of duodenal ulcers because the food neutralizes the stomach acid.
Question 3 of 5
Which of the following tests should be administered to a client suspected of having diverticulosis?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A barium enema is a diagnostic test used to visualize the colon and can help diagnose diverticulosis.
Question 4 of 5
Which of the following associated disorders may a client with ulcerative colitis exhibit?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Toxic megacolon is a severe complication that may be exhibited by a client with ulcerative colitis.
Question 5 of 5
Which of the following laboratory results would be expected in a client with peritonitis?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A white blood cell count above 15,000 is indicative of an infection, such as peritonitis.
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