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Med surg ch 32-35

Chapters 32-35

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Which medication is a proton pump inhibitor used to treat GERD? Omeprazole
Which medications reduce gastric acid secretion? Famotidine, Omeprazole
A nurse assesses a stoma that appears bluish. What is the priority interpretations? Decreased blood supply (ischemia)
Which stoma finding requires immediate intervention? Black discoloration (necrosis)
Which finding indicates lever transplant rejection? Temp 101.5 (fever=rejection)
Which are nursing priorities for a comatose client receiving tube feedings? Elevate HOB, Monitor residuals, Monitor electrolytes
What is the priority teaching for a client after a barium swallow? Drink fluids (Fluids prevent constipation)
Which symptom is most associated with cholelithiasis? RUQ pain after fatty meals
Which are manifestations of bowel obstruction? Abdominal distention, Nausea and vomiting, No flatus
What is the correct order of abdominal assessment? Inspect, auscultate, percuss, palpate
Why is auscultation performed before palpation? Preventing altering bowel sounds
Age-related GI changes include: Decreased gastric acid, Decreased liver function
Which is a complication of GERD? Barrett's esophagus
Risk factors for gastric cancer include: Smoking, High-salt diet, H. pylori
Which finding indicates hypovolemic shock? BP 80/50
What is a lifelong concern after gastrectomy? Dumping syndrome
Risk factors for constipation include: Immobility, Low fluid intake, Opioid use
After a barium enema, which stool is expected? White/clay
Diet modifications for Crohn's disease include avoiding: Dairy, Spicy foods, High fiber
Which triggers ulcerative colitis excerbations? Stress
Which instruction is appropriate after cholecystectomy? Bedrest for 2 weeks
Which are ways to prevent hepatitis? Hand hygiene, Vaccination, Safe food handling
Which hepatitis is transmitted fecal-orally? Hep A
Which pre-op teaching is correct for laparoscopic cholecystectomy? Deep breathing excerises
Which finding is most indicative of gallbladder disease? RUQ tenderness
Symptoms of gallbladder disease include: Jaundice, Nausea, Biliary colic
What causes peptic ulcer disease? H. pylori
Which medication coats ulcers? Sucralfate
Signs of intestinal obstruction include: Distention, Vomiting, No flatus
Which bowel sound is expected early in obstruction? High-pitched
What is a key sign of lower GI bleeding? Bright red stool
Complications of ulcerative colitis include: Toxic megacolon, Perforation, Hemorrhage
Which finding suggests pancreatitis? Severe abdominal pain radiating to back
Risk factors for gallstones include: Obesity, Female, Sedentary lifestyle
Which diet is recommended for IBS? Low FODMAP
Signs of hepatic encephalopathy include: Confusion, Asterixis, Ammonia increase
Which medication lowers ammonia levels? Lactulose
Which symptom occurs in acute pancreatitis? Hypotension
Complications of pancreatitis include: ARDS, Kidney injury, Infection
Which stool change is expected after barium study? White
Which indicates shock in GI bleeding? BP 90/60
Which are symptoms of Crohn's disease? Weight loss, Diarrhea, Fluid imbalance
Which complication occurs with gallstones? Pancreatitis
Which indicates dumping syndrome? Rapid gastric emptying
Post-op ostomy care includes assessing: Color, Moisture, Perfusion
Which is a priority for bowel obstruction? NG tube
Which indicates necrotic stoma? Black
Which is expected in hypovolemia? Tachycardia
Practice Bow-tie: A client presents with abdominal distention, vomiting, and no bowel movements for 3 days Condition: Bowel movement Actions: Insert NG tube, Keep NPO Monitor: Distention, bowel sounds
Prilosec is a medication that is used to treat GERD True
Client has had a weight loss surgery on their GI tract. Which lifelong complication is associated with this surgery? Pernicious anemia
What are the normal characteristics of a healthy functional stoma? Shiny and moist
Which of the following is NOT a manifestation of cholestasis? Ingestion
What type of bowel sounds indicates a mechanical bowel obstruction> High pitched tinkling sounds
How does the medication on famotidine work in the treatment of a peptic ulcer? Inhibits gastric acid secretion
What location of pain indicates appendicitis? McBurney's point
The abdomen being rigid upon palpitation after emergency abdominal surgery is white concerning and needs to be reported? True
Which of the following nursing interventions would NOT need to be performed with a client having encephalopathy? Administer PRN acetaminophen
Which of the following is NOT a function of the liver? Bile storage
Side effect of lactulose is loose stools? True
Which of the following is NOT a diet modification to help prevent exacerbations of irritable bowel syndrome? High fiber should be included in the diet
Client is status post cholecystectomy. Should the client be encouraged to increase fluids to rid of excess bilirubin? False
Carafate should be taken on an empty stomach? True
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