ATI Med Surg Proctored Exam 2

What is the cause of a 'non-mechanical' bowel obstruction? A. A tumor or twisting of the bowel. B. Constipation. C. General anesthesia, narcotics, and handling of the bowel during surgery. D. Adhesions - C What should the nurse advise a pt. who has diverticulosis to eat? A. High fiber foods. B. Low fiber foods. C. Low carb foods. D. High carb foods - A What should the nurse advise a pt. who has diverticulitis to eat? A. High fiber foods. B. Low fiber foods. C .Low carb foods. D. High carb foods - B Which of the following is an appropriate nursing intervention for a patient who has had an EGD? A. Give food and water as soon as the test is completed. B. Enemas until clear. C. Monitor for hemorrhage r/t organ perforation. D. Administer a sedative. - C Which of the following is an appropriate nursing intervention for a pt. who has GERD? A. Advise pt. to remain upright after meals. B. Withhold fluids during meal time. C. Administer the appropriate immunoglobulin. D. Give the prescribed steroids with half a glass of milk. - A Which of the following is a priority for a pt. who is hemorrhaging from a perforated duodenal ulcer? A. Administer the sedative prior to the PY test. B. Monitor for shock. C. Position the pt. on his back with a pillow under his right ribs and his right hand under his head. D. Guiac his stool. - B Which of the following should the nurse advise a pt who has ulcerative colitis to call the doctor for? A. Occasional abdominal cramping B. Nine mucousy bloody stools per day. C. Signs of colon perforation and peritonitis. D. Diarrhea - C Which of the following promotes rest and healing of the bowel in a pt. who has ulcerative colitis? A.High fiber diet B. Maintaining NPO status as ordered C. Low carb diet D. Avoiding licorice and caffeine - B Which of the following nursing diagnosis might be appropriate for a pt with ulcerative colitis? A. Pain R/T the passage of stones. B. Risk for injury from falling R