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ATI n269 Med Surg Exam 3 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
Which finding in the patient's history increases the risk for acute pancreatitis?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Alcohol abuse is a well-known risk factor for acute pancreatitis due to its harmful effects on pancreatic cells.
Question 2 of 5
An acute pancreatitis patient who complains of muscle cramping. The nurse explains to the patient that is the typical sign and symptom of?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Hypocalcemia, common in acute pancreatitis, causes muscle cramping due to calcium sequestration.
Question 3 of 5
Which finding in the patient's history increases the risk for acute pancreatitis?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Alcohol abuse is a well-known risk factor for acute pancreatitis due to its harmful effects on pancreatic cells.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who has peritonitis. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A rigid abdomen is a hallmark sign of peritonitis due to abdominal muscle tightening from peritoneal inflammation.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is teaching a client who is preoperative for a sigmoid colostomy. Which of the following statements should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A sigmoid colostomy is typically located in the left lower abdomen.