ATI RN
ATI Fundamentals Exam Nursing 100 Exam 3 Questions
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A nurse is caring for a client who has a prescription for a stool test for occult. The nurse understands the purpose of the test is to check the stool for which of the following substances?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D: Blood. A stool test for occult blood is performed to detect hidden blood in the feces, which may indicate gastrointestinal bleeding. This test is important for screening and diagnosing various conditions such as gastrointestinal ulcers, inflammatory bowel disease, or colorectal cancer. Checking for bacteria (choice
A), parasites (choice
B), or steatorrhea (choice
C) would require different tests and are not the purpose of a stool occult blood test. Blood in the stool can be a significant indicator of underlying health issues, making it the correct substance to check for in this scenario.
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