ATI RN
ATI Medical Surgery Exam Custom GI Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has a new prescription for docusate sodium. The nurse should recognize which of the following statements Indicates the client understands the teaching?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Docusate softens stools within 1-3 days, indicating correct client understanding.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is assisting in the plan of care for a client who had surgery for a bowel obstruction. The client has a nasogastric tube in place. Which of the following actions should the nurse include in the client's plan of care? (Select all that apply.)
Correct Answer: A,D,E
Rationale: See rationale for question 2, as this is a repeated question.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who reports constipation. The provider has prescribed an enema. Identify the sequence of steps the nurse should take to administer the enema. (Move the steps in the selected order of performance. Use all the steps.)
Order the Items
Source Container
Correct Answer: A,B,C,D
Rationale: This sequence ensures safety, privacy, proper positioning, and correct administration.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has hepatitis A. The client asks the nurse how he might have contracted the virus. Before responding, which of the following questions should the nurse first ask the client?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Travel to areas with poor sanitation is a common hepatitis A risk factor, making this the priority question.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching about dietary recommendations for a client who has a hiatal hernia. Which of the following client statements indicate understanding of the teaching? (Select all that apply)
Correct Answer: A,B
Rationale: See rationale for question 7, as this is a repeated question with a subset of correct answers.