Digestive & Gastrointestinal System Disorders | NCLEX Quiz 76
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- 1.Which of the following conditions can cause a hiatal hernia?
- A.
Increased intrathoracic pressure
- B.
Weakness of the esophageal muscle
- C.
Increased esophageal muscle pressure
- D.
Weakness of the diaphragmatic muscle
- 2.Risk factors for the development of hiatal hernias are those that lead to increased abdominal pressure. Which of the following complications can cause increased abdominal pressure?
- A.
Obesity
- B.
Volvulus
- C.
Constipation
- D.
Intestinal obstruction
- 3.Which of the following symptoms is common with a hiatal hernia?
- A.
Left arm pain
- B.
Lower back pain
- C.
Esophageal reflux
- D.
Abdominal cramping
- 4.Which of the following tests can be performed to diagnose a hiatal hernia?
- A.
Colonoscopy
- B.
Lower GI series
- C.
Barium swallow
- D.
Abdominal x-rays
- 5.Which of the following measures should the nurse focus on for the client with esophageal varices?
- A.
Recognizing hemorrhage
- B.
Controlling blood pressure
- C.
Encouraging nutritional intake
- D.
Teaching the client about varices
- 6.Which of the following tests can be used to diagnose ulcers?
- A.
Abdominal x-ray
- B.
Barium swallow
- C.
Computed tomography (CT) scan
- D.
Esophagogastroduodenoscopy (EGD)
- 7.Which of the following best describes the method of action of medications. such as ranitidine (Zantac). which are used in the treatment of peptic ulcer disease?
- A.
Neutralize acid
- B.
Reduce acid secretions
- C.
Stimulate gastrin release
- D.
Protect the mucosal barrier
- 8.The hospitalized client with GERD is complaining of chest discomfort that feels like heartburn following a meal. After administering an ordered antacid. the nurse encourages the client to lie in which of the following positions?
- A.
Supine with the head of the bed flat
- B.
On the stomach with the head flat
- C.
On the left side with the head of the bed elevated 30 degrees
- D.
On the right side with the head of the bed elevated 30 degrees.
- 9.The nurse is caring for a client following a Billroth II procedure. On review of the post-operative orders. which of the following. if prescribed. would the nurse question and verify?
- A.
Irrigating the nasogastric tube
- B.
Coughing a deep breathing exercises
- C.
Leg exercises
- D.
Early ambulation
- 10.The nurse is providing discharge instructions to a client following gastrectomy. Which measure will the nurse instruct the client to follow to assist in preventing dumping syndrome?
- A.
Eat high-carbohydrate foods
- B.
Limit the fluids taken with meals
- C.
Ambulate following a meal
- D.
Sit in a high-Fowler’s position during meals
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