Exam 32: Gastrointestinal, Hepatobiliary, and Pancreatic Systems Function, Assessment, and Therapeutic Measures

The nurse is caring for a patient admitted with malnutrition related to gastric disease. The HCP orders parenteral nutrition (PN). Which information does the nurse consider regarding insulin therapy for this patient?

The nurse is performing research to obtain best practice information on the topic of enteral feedings. Which information is least likely to be included in best practice recommendations?

The nurse is providing care for an older adult client. The client states, "I don't eat much anymore and I have terrible problems with my bowels." Which information does the nurse share with the patient to explain the changes as related to age? (Select all that apply.)

The nurse is providing care for a patient whose nasogastric (NG) tube is attached to low intermittent suction for decompression of a bowel obstruction. The nurse notes the NG tube is not draining. After checking placement, which action should the nurse take?

A patient is being prepared for an upper gastrointestinal (GI) series involving a barium swallow. Which statement indicates that the patient understands the preparation for this test?

The nurse is palpating the abdomen of a patient reporting mild abdominal pain in the upper right quadrant. How deep should the nurse depress this patient's abdomen?

The nurse is providing care for a patient with an NG tube for PN, an IV line for fluids and medications, and a nasal cannula for oxygen therapy. Which safety interventions does the nurse implement during care for this patient? (Select all that apply.)

The nurse is caring for a patient who has a nonvented NG tube. Which suction setting should the nurse select?

The nurse is inspecting a patient's oral cavity and notices reddened areas on the gums, several teeth with cavities, and multiple loose teeth. Which finding is of greatest safety concern to the nurse?

A patient is being scheduled for a barium swallow test to rule out esophageal strictures and gastric ulcer. Which pretesting information will the nurse provide for the patient?

The nurse is contributing to a patient's plan of care. Which patients does the nurse recommend as benefiting from PN? (Select all that apply.)

______ is the procedure performed via a GI intubation to remove a toxic substance that has been ingested.

The nurse is providing care for a client with gallbladder disease. The client states, "What good is a gallbladder anyway?" The nurse is aware that which digestive processes are a function of the gallbladder? (Select all that apply.)

During the inspection of a patient's abdomen, which data finding is most unlikely indicative of a serious disorder?

The nurse is planning to reinforce teaching to a patient regarding the function of the organs in the GI tract. Which information is correct?

The nurse is providing care for a client prescribed to undergo a basal cell secretion test. Which nursing action is incorrect?

The nurse is providing care for a patient who has just undergone a needle biopsy to rule out liver disease. Which nursing intervention is most critical following the procedure?

The ______ digestive enzymes are involved in the digestion of all four of the organic molecule categories.

The nurse is auscultating the bowel sounds of a patient who is severely constipated and exhibits a swollen abdomen and pain. Which bowel sounds cause the nurse to suspect a bowel obstruction?

The nurse is providing care for a client who requires gastric irrigation for a medication overdose. The nurse understands the use of an orogastric tube requires which intervention?