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ATI Gastrointestinal System Quizlet Questions
Question 1 of 5
Which of the following symptoms is a client with colon cancer most likely to exhibit?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A change in bowel habits is the most common symptom of colon cancer.
Question 2 of 5
Crohn's disease can be described as a chronic relapsing disease. Which of the following areas in the GI system may be involved with this disease?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Crohn's disease can affect any part of the gastrointestinal tract from the mouth to the anus, but it commonly affects the small intestine and colon, involving the entire thickness of the bowel wall.
Question 3 of 5
In a client with diarrhea, which outcome indicates that fluid resuscitation is successful?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Firm skin turgor indicates adequate hydration, which is a key goal of fluid resuscitation. Formed stools, decreased stool frequency, and relief from perianal burning are important but do not directly indicate successful fluid resuscitation.
Question 4 of 5
Medical management of the client with diverticulitis should include which of the following treatments?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Medical management of diverticulitis typically includes the administration of antibiotics to treat infection and inflammation.
Question 5 of 5
A client with gastric cancer can expect to have surgery for resection. Which of the following should be the nursing management priority for the preoperative client with gastric cancer?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The priority for preoperative management of a client with gastric cancer is the correction of nutritional deficits.
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