Digestion questions

The nurse has implemented a care plan for an adult client with gastroesophageal reflux disorder (GERD). On the next clinic visit, which statement by the client indicates adherence to the plan of care? A) "I can wear snug spandex camisoles if I feel comfortable." B) "I have switched from margaritas to wine." C) "I've lost 6 pounds because I eat every 3 hours and never before bed." D) "I take a Tums with the ranitidine to make it work better."

"I've lost 6 pounds because I eat every 3 hours and never before bed."

Which information will the nurse include for a patient with newly diagnosed gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)? a. "Peppermint tea may reduce your symptoms." b. "Keep the head of your bed elevated on blocks." c. "You should avoid eating between meals to reduce acid secretion." d. "Vigorous physical activities may increase the incidence of reflux.

"Keep the head of your bed elevated on blocks."

Which information will the nurse include when teaching a patient with peptic ulcer disease about the effect of ranitidine (Zantac)? a. "Ranitidine absorbs the excess gastric acid." b. "Ranitidine decreases gastric acid secretion." c. "Ranitidine constricts the blood vessels near the ulcer." d. "Ranitidine covers the ulcer with a protective material."

"Ranitidine decreases gastric acid secretion."

A patient has peptic ulcer disease that has been associated with Helicobacter pylori. About which medications will the nurse plan to teach the patient? a. Sucralfate (Carafate), nystatin, and bismuth (Pepto-Bismol) b. Metoclopramide (Reglan), bethanechol (Urecholine), and promethazine c. Amoxicillin (Amoxil), clarithromycin (Biaxin), and omeprazole (Prilosec) d. Famotidine (Pepcid), magnesium hydroxide (Mylanta), and pantoprazole (Protonix)

Amoxicillin (Amoxil), clarithromycin (Biaxin), and omeprazole (Prilosec)

A client is scheduled for a diagnostic test to determine digestion status. Which test does not require fasting or other preparation? A) Barium swallow B) Amylase C) Endoscopy D) Lipid panel

Amylase

Which laboratory test result will the nurse monitor when evaluating the effects of therapy for a patient who has acute pancreatitis? a. Calcium b. Bilirubin c. Amylase d. Potassium

Amylase

A young adult waiter has been treated for viral hepatitis at a healthcare clinic. Which client outcome indicates the need for additional intervention? Select all that apply. A) Body mass index (BMI) changes from 24 to 21. B) Return demonstration of hand washing is correctly performed. C) Social Services notified the Health Department of the occurrence. D) Red scratch marks are noted on the arms and trunk. E) Client denies abdominal or epigastric pain.

Body mass index (BMI) changes from 24 to 21. Red scratch marks are noted on the arms and trunk.

When taking the blood pressure (BP) on the right arm of a patient with severe acute pancreatitis, the nurse notices carpal spasms of the patient's right hand. Which action should the nurse take next? a. Ask the patient about any arm pain. b. Retake the patient's blood pressure. c. Check the calcium level in the chart. d. Notify the health care provider immediately.

Check the calcium level in the chart.

A patient admitted with a peptic ulcer has a nasogastric (NG) tube in place. When the patient develops sudden, severe upper abdominal pain, diaphoresis, and a firm abdomen, which action should the nurse take? a. Irrigate the NG tube. b. Check the vital signs. c. Give the ordered antacid. d. Elevate the foot of the bed.

Check the vital signs.

Which patient choice for a snack 3 hours before bedtime indicates that the nurse's teaching about gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) has been effective? a. Chocolate pudding b. Glass of low-fat milk c. Cherry gelatin with fruit d. Peanut butter and jelly sandwich

Cherry gelatin with fruit

The nurse is assigned to a 4-month-old infant with vomiting and diarrhea who is brought to the pediatric clinic. The infant's vital signs are temperature: 37°C, apical HR: 130, R: 40/min. The abdominal assessment reveals a soft, concave abdomen, 10 gurgles auscultated in 1 minute in all four quadrants, and tympani to percussion. Which collaborative care action does the nurse anticipate? A) Check the surgical call schedule and reserve an operating suite. B) Place the infant NPO for a barium swallow. C) Prepare a milk-based infant formula to replace fluids. D) Complete a thorough digestion assessment interview with the mother.

Complete a thorough digestion assessment interview with the mother.

A client is diagnosed with viral hepatitis transmitted by the fecal-oral route. Which conditions may be acquired by this mode of transmission? A) Hepatitis A (HAV) and hepatitis E (HEV) B) Hepatitis B (HBV) and hepatitis C (HCV) C) Hepatitis D (HDV) D) Hepatitis A (HAV), hepatitis B (HBV), hepatitis C (HCV), hepatitis D (HDV), and hepatitis E (HEV)

Hepatitis A (HAV) and hepatitis E (HEV)

Which statement to the nurse from a patient with jaundice indicates a need for teaching? a. "I used cough syrup several times a day last week." b. "I take a baby aspirin every day to prevent strokes." c. "I use acetaminophen (Tylenol) every 4 hours for back pain." d. "I need to take an antacid for indigestion several times a week"

I use acetaminophen (Tylenol) every 4 hours for back pain.

A 63-year-old client is diagnosed with chronic pancreatitis. In planning care for this patient, which of the following treatments should the nurse expect to increase the patient's risk for edema? A) Pancrelipase administration B) IV fluid administration C) Nasogastric tube insertion D) Total parenteral nutrition

IV fluid administration

The nurse is explaining the alteration in normal function to a client recently diagnosed with gastrointestinal reflux disease (GERD). Which etiology contributing to GERD will the nurse include in the teaching session? A) Transient constriction of the lower esophageal sphincter B) Decreased pressure within the stomach C) Incompetent lower esophageal sphincter D) Prolonged constriction of the upper esophageal sphincter

Incompetent lower esophageal sphincter

A 49-yr-old man has been admitted with hypotension and dehydration after 3 days of nausea and vomiting. Which prescribed action will the nurse implement first? a. Insert a nasogastric (NG) tube. b. Infuse normal saline at 250 mL/hr. c. Administer IV ondansetron (Zofran). d. Provide oral care with moistened swabs.

Infuse normal saline at 250 mL/hr.

Which intervention would best improve diet adherence of an older male immigrant recently diagnosed with gastroesophageal reflux disorder (GERD)? A) Scheduling low-fat meal deliveries to the home B) Providing printed diet information in his native language C) Interviewing the client to assess his current diet D) Giving a list of foods to avoid to the client's wife

Interviewing the client to assess his current diet

The nurse is preparing a presentation to a group of adolescent clients regarding proper nutrition. Which of the following teachings is appropriate for this group? A) The high metabolism of the typical adolescent lowers nutritional requirements. B) It is normal for adolescents to consume a lot of calories, but their diet should still be balanced. C) Roughly half of an adolescent's daily caloric intake should come from fats. D) The taste preferences of adolescents typically correlate to the nutritional value of what they eat.

It is normal for adolescents to consume a lot of calories, but their diet should still be balanced.

A nurse is caring for a client diagnosed with an HBV infection. Which of the following clinical manifestations would indicate that this client had entered the icteric phase? A) Fatigue B) Jaundice C) Loss of appetite D) Nausea

Jaundice

An 80-yr-old patient who is hospitalized with peptic ulcer disease develops new-onset auditory hallucinations. Which prescribed medication will the nurse discuss with the health care provider before administration? a. Sucralfate (Carafate) b. Aluminum hydroxide c. Omeprazole (Prilosec) d. Metoclopramide (Reglan)

Metoclopramide (Reglan)

A patient is being treated for bleeding esophageal varices with balloon tamponade. Which nursing action will be included in the plan of care? a. Instruct the patient to cough every hour. b. Monitor the patient for shortness of breath. c. Verify the position of the balloon every 4 hours. d. Deflate the gastric balloon if the patient reports nausea.

Monitor the patient for shortness of breath.

Which assessment finding would the nurse need to report most quickly to the health care provider regarding a patient with acute pancreatitis? a. Nausea and vomiting b. Hypotonic bowel sounds c. Muscle twitching and finger numbness d. Upper abdominal tenderness and guarding

Muscle twitching and finger numbness

The nurse is planning education for an adolescent client recently diagnosed with hepatitis. The client moved back to the parents' home. Which recommendation to the client's parents will best prevent them from acquiring hepatitis B (HBV)? A) Refuse to donate blood. B) Avoid contaminated water. C) Obtain postexposure prophylaxis. D) Abstain from alcohol.

Obtain postexposure prophylaxis.

The nurse is providing care to an older adult client with a history of alcohol abuse who is admitted to the hospital with acute pancreatitis. Which treatment options should the nurse plan for when caring for this client? Select all that apply. A) Opioid analgesics B) High-fat diet C) Total parenteral nutrition D) Nasogastric tube to suction E) Pancrelipase administration

Opioid analgesics Total parenteral nutrition Nasogastric tube to suction

Which assessment finding is of most concern for a patient with acute pancreatitis? a. Absent bowel sounds b. Abdominal tenderness c. Left upper quadrant pain d. Palpable abdominal mass

Palpable abdominal mass

The multidisciplinary care team is meeting to discuss care for a client who exhibits symptoms of the prodromal phase of hepatitis. Lab results include a positive anti-HAV IgM. The nurse creates an action plan to present to the team. Which interventions are appropriate? Select all that apply. A) High-fat, low-calorie, and no-alcohol diet teaching B) Patient education on acceptable pain medication C) Early treatment with lamivudine D) Referral to the liver transplant team E) Family teaching for transmission prevention

Patient education on acceptable pain medication Family teaching for transmission prevention

A patient with chronic hepatitis C infection has several medications prescribed. Which medication requires further discussion with the health care provider before administration? a. Ribavirin (Rebetol, Copegus) 600 mg PO bid b. Diphenhydramine 25 mg PO every 4 hours PRN itching c. Pegylated -interferon (PEG-Intron, Pegasys) 1.5 mcg/kg PO daily d. Dimenhydrinate (Dramamine) 50 mg PO every 6 hours PRN nausea

Pegylated -interferon (PEG-Intron, Pegasys) 1.5 mcg/kg PO daily

A pediatric client is diagnosed with gastroesophageal reflux disorder (GERD). The nurse is observing a return demonstration of the caregiver preparing and feeding the infant formula. Which observation demonstrates correct procedure for preventing GERD symptoms? A) Burping the infant after 4 ounces of formula are taken B) Thinning the formula with water prior to feeding C) Positioning the infant upright for a minimum of 30 minutes D) Warming the formula prior to feeding

Positioning the infant upright for a minimum of 30 minutes

The nurse is providing care to a client admitted with acute pancreatitis. Which data support the client's diagnosis? Select all that apply. A) Severe epigastric pain B) Nausea and vomiting C) Elevated temperature D) Hypotension E) Steatorrhea

Severe epigastric pain Nausea and vomiting Elevated temperature Hypotension

When planning care for a client with chronic hepatitis, which collaborative discipline will be most helpful in treating continued alcohol use? A) Social worker B) Primary provider C) Pharmacist D) Dietitian

Social worker

The nurse is considering nutritional support for a client experiencing severe side effects of chemotherapy. Which independent and collaborative interventions will best limit the adverse digestive and nutritional effects of chemotherapy? A) Encourage client to drink 350 mL of clear liquids within 1 hour prior to meals. B) Position the client flat during intermittent enteral nutrition feedings. C) Verify that enteral nutrition and total parenteral nutrition (TPN) are never used concurrently. D) Teach the client relaxation techniques in addition to offering IV ondansetron.

Teach the client relaxation techniques in addition to offering IV ondansetron.

A client was discharged after hospitalization for acute pancreatitis with instructions on the use of analgesics, cautions on the importance of avoiding alcohol and smoking, and recommendations for a low-fat diet. Which outcomes would indicate that the client has implemented the recommendations? Select all that apply. A) The client experiences reduction or elimination of pain. B) The client is free from alterations in nutritional status. C) The client remains free from alterations in fluid balance. D) The client returns to work. E) The client is free from nausea.

The client experiences reduction or elimination of pain. The client is free from alterations in nutritional status. The client remains free from alterations in fluid balance. The client is free from nausea.

The nurse is caring for a 6-month-old infant with pyloric stenosis. Which of the following statements regarding this client's digestive system is false? A) The client has voluntary control over swallowing. B) Enzymes from the client's pancreas are sufficient to aid in digestion. C) The client has a complete set of primary teeth. D) The client's tongue is larger than an adult's in comparison to the nasal and oral passages.

The client has a complete set of primary teeth.

The nurse will ask a patient being admitted with acute pancreatitis specifically about a history of a. diabetes mellitus. b. high-protein diet. c. cigarette smoking. d. alcohol consumption.

alcohol consumption.

The health care provider prescribes antacids and sucralfate (Carafate) for treatment of a patient's peptic ulcer. The nurse will teach the patient to take a. sucralfate at bedtime and antacids before each meal. b. sucralfate and antacids together 30 minutes before meals. c. antacids 30 minutes before each dose of sucralfate is taken. d. antacids after meals and sucralfate 30 minutes before meals.

antacids after meals and sucralfate 30 minutes before meals.

A young adult contracts hepatitis from contaminated food. During the acute (icteric) phase of the patient's illness, the nurse would expect serologic testing to reveal a. antibody to hepatitis D (anti-HDV). b. hepatitis B surface antigen (HBsAg). c. anti-hepatitis A virus immunoglobulin G (anti-HAV IgG). d. anti-hepatitis A virus immunoglobulin M (anti-HAV IgM)

anti-hepatitis A virus immunoglobulin M (anti-HAV IgM)

A 68-yr-old male patient with a stroke is unconscious and unresponsive to stimuli. After learning that the patient has a history of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), the nurse will plan to do frequent assessments of the patient's a. apical pulse. b. bowel sounds. c. breath sounds. d. abdominal girth.

breath sounds.

A patient being admitted with an acute exacerbation of ulcerative colitis reports crampy abdominal pain and passing 15 or more bloody stools a day. The nurse will plan to a. administer IV metoclopramide (Reglan). b. discontinue the patient's oral food intake. c. administer cobalamin (vitamin B12) injections. d. teach the patient about total colectomy surgery.

discontinue the patient's oral food intake.

The nurse is planning care for a patient with acute severe pancreatitis. The highest priority patient outcome is a. maintaining normal respiratory function. b. expressing satisfaction with pain control. c. developing no ongoing pancreatic disease. d. having adequate fluid and electrolyte balance.

maintaining normal respiratory function.

A patient who requires daily use of a nonsteroidal antiinflammatory drug (NSAID) for the management of severe rheumatoid arthritis has recently developed melena. The nurse will anticipate teaching the patient about a. substitution of acetaminophen (Tylenol) for the NSAID. b. use of enteric-coated NSAIDs to reduce gastric irritation. c. reasons for using corticosteroids to treat the rheumatoid arthritis. d. misoprostol (Cytotec) to protect the gastrointestinal (GI) mucosa.

misoprostol (Cytotec) to protect the gastrointestinal (GI) mucosa.

The nurse will anticipate teaching a patient experiencing frequent heartburn about a. a barium swallow. b. radionuclide tests. c. endoscopy procedures. d. proton pump inhibitors.

proton pump inhibitors.

The nurse will plan to monitor a patient with an obstructed common bile duct for a. melena. b. steatorrhea. c. decreased serum cholesterol level. d. increased serum indirect bilirubin level.

steatorrhea

The nurse explaining esomeprazole (Nexium) to a patient with recurring heartburn describes that the medication a. reduces gastroesophageal reflux by increasing the rate of gastric emptying. b. neutralizes stomach acid and provides relief of symptoms in a few minutes. c. coats and protects the lining of the stomach and esophagus from gastric acid. d. treats gastroesophageal reflux disease by decreasing stomach acid production.

treats gastroesophageal reflux disease by decreasing stomach acid production.

A client with a history of gastroesophageal reflux disorder (GERD) presents with metabolic alkalosis. Based on the data reviewed in the client's history, which medication does the nurse suspect contributed to the current diagnosis? A) Aluminum hydroxide B) Omeprazole C) Ranitidine D) Metoclopramide

Aluminum hydroxide

Which information about dietary management should the nurse include when teaching a patient with peptic ulcer disease (PUD)? a. "You will need to remain on a bland diet." b. "Avoid foods that cause pain after you eat them." c. "High-protein foods are least likely to cause you pain." d. "You should avoid eating any raw fruits and vegetables."

"Avoid foods that cause pain after you eat them."

The nurse is explaining hepatitis to a high school health occupations class. The students all volunteer examples of how hepatitis is transmitted. Which student statement indicates the need for further education? A) "Body piercing or tattoo with infected equipment." B) "Contaminated food or fluids." C) "Alcoholism or high doses of acetaminophen." D) "Bite of an infected mosquito or tick."

"Bite of an infected mosquito or tick."

The nurse is admitting a 67-yr-old patient with new-onset steatorrhea. Which question is most important for the nurse to ask? a. "How much milk do you usually drink?" b. "Have you noticed a recent weight loss?" c. "What time of day do your bowels move?" d. "Do you eat meat or other animal products?"

"Have you noticed a recent weight loss?"

A patient admitted with an abrupt onset of jaundice and nausea has abnormal liver function studies but serologic testing is negative for viral causes of hepatitis. Which question by the nurse is appropriate? a. "Do you have a history of IV drug use?" b. "Do you use any over-the-counter drugs?" c. "Have you used corticosteroids for any reason?" d. "Have you recently traveled to a foreign country?"

"Do you use any over-the-counter drugs?"

A patient who has gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is experiencing increasing discomfort. Which patient statement to the nurse indicates that additional teaching about GERD is needed? a. "I take antacids between meals and at bedtime each night." b. "I sleep with the head of the bed elevated on 4-inch blocks." c. "I eat small meals during the day and have a bedtime snack." d. "I quit smoking several years ago, but I still chew a lot of gum."

"I eat small meals during the day and have a bedtime snack."

What statement made by the client would indicate understanding of discharge teaching for self-care after hospitalization for acute pancreatitis? A) "I will avoid onions, caffeine, and spices." B) "I will take the antibiotics for 2 weeks." C) "I will avoid alcoholic beverages." D) "I will get immunized prior to my vacation."

"I will avoid alcoholic beverages."

After change-of-shift report, which patient should the nurse assess first? a. A 40-yr-old male patient with celiac disease who has frequent frothy diarrhea b. A 30-yr-old female patient with a femoral hernia who has abdominal pain and vomiting c. A 30-yr-old male patient with ulcerative colitis who has severe perianal skin breakdown d. A 40-yr-old female patient with a colostomy bag that is pulling away from the adhesive wafer

A 30-yr-old female patient with a femoral hernia who has abdominal pain and vomiting

Which clients are at the highest risk of being admitted to the emergency department with severe nausea and vomiting? Select all that apply. A) A 47-year-old with a 3-hour history of chest pressure B) A 61-year-old reporting sudden onset of vertigo C) A 72-year-old with an asthma exacerbation D) A 23-year-old who sustained a head injury in a fall E) A 19-year-old who is 6 weeks pregnant

A 47-year-old with a 3-hour history of chest pressure A 61-year-old reporting sudden onset of vertigo A 23-year-old who sustained a head injury in a fall A 19-year-old who is 6 weeks pregnant

The nurse is providing care to several clients in an outpatient clinic. Which client is at high risk of developing gastroesophageal reflux disorder (GERD)? A) A client who is 6 weeks pregnant B) A client who is morbidly obese C) A client who follows a strict vegetarian diet D) A client who drinks one glass of wine monthly

A client who is morbidly obese

A nurse is planning a teaching session for expectant mothers regarding pediatric clients and hepatitis. Regarding hepatitis A, which of the following statements is correct? A) Infection of the mother is the most common reason hepatitis A spreads to children. B) A daycare is typically a high-risk environment for the spread of hepatitis A. C) Children with hepatitis A are commonly asymptomatic. D) Hepatitis A in children is typically a very serious illness with long-term health effects.

A daycare is typically a high-risk environment for the spread of hepatitis A.

Which patient should the nurse assess first after receiving change-of-shift report? a. A patient with nausea who has a dose of metoclopramide (Reglan) due b. A patient who is crying after receiving a diagnosis of esophageal cancer c. A patient with esophageal varices who has a blood pressure of 92/58 mm Hg d. A patient admitted yesterday with gastrointestinal (GI) bleeding who has melena

A patient with esophageal varices who has a blood pressure of 92/58 mm Hg

A client presents at the emergency department reporting a burning pain in the chest of a 7 on a 0 to 10 pain scale. Gastroesophageal reflux disorder (GERD) secondary to hiatal hernia is diagnosed. Based on this data, which is the priority nursing diagnosis? A) Dysfunctional Gastrointestinal Motility B) Anxiety C) Acute Pain D) Ineffective Health Maintenance

Acute Pain

An adult client is admitted to the emergency department with symptoms of acute pancreatitis. Which nursing diagnoses are appropriate for this client? Select all that apply. A) Acute Pain B) Impaired Swallowing C) Deficient Fluid Volume D) Nausea E) Imbalanced Nutrition: Less than Body Requirement

Acute Pain Deficient Fluid Volume Nausea Imbalanced Nutrition: Less than Body Requirement

Which prescribed action will the nurse implement first for a patient who has vomited 1100 mL of blood? a. Give an IV H2 receptor antagonist. b. Draw blood for typing and crossmatching. c. Administer 1 L of lactated Ringer's solution. d. Insert a nasogastric (NG) tube and connect to suction

Administer 1 L of lactated Ringer's solution.

After an unimmunized individual is exposed to hepatitis B through a needle-stick injury, which actions will the nurse plan to take (select all that apply)? a. Administer hepatitis B vaccine. b. Test for antibodies to hepatitis B. c. Teach about -interferon therapy. d. Give hepatitis B immune globulin. e. Teach about choices for oral antiviral therapy

Administer hepatitis B vaccine. Test for antibodies to hepatitis B. Give hepatitis B immune globulin.

A serum potassium level of 3.2 mEq/L (3.2 mmol/L) is reported for a patient with cirrhosis who has scheduled doses of spironolactone (Aldactone) and furosemide (Lasix) due. Which action should the nurse take? a. Withhold both drugs. b. Administer both drugs c. Administer the furosemide. d. Administer the spironolactone.

Administer the spironolactone.

The nurse is providing care to a client who is being admitted to rule out acute pancreatitis. Which item found in the client's history increases the client's risk for this disease process? A) Systemic lupus B) Alcoholism C) Cystic fibrosis D) Hypertriglyceridemia

Alcoholism

An adult client with a BMI of 39 who smokes 1 pack of cigarettes per day is admitted to the hospital with chest pressure. After myocardial infarction is ruled out, the client is diagnosed with erosive esophagitis through upper GI endoscopy. The client now refuses all medications and states, "I'm not getting hooked on any pills." What would the nurse recommend for the multidisciplinary collaborative plan? Select all that apply. A) Assess the client's readiness for change in smoking cessation and weight loss. B) Interview the client and spouse for a 24-hour recall of usual food content, intake, and meal times. C) Enlist the client's son to elevate the foot of the client's bed at home 6 inches. D) Offer the client a surgical consult to reduce the necessity of medication. E) Omit the pharmacist notification of the Multidisciplinary Team meeting about the client.

Assess the client's readiness for change in smoking cessation and weight loss. Interview the client and spouse for a 24-hour recall of usual food content, intake, and meal times.

The nurse is assessing a patient with abdominal pain. The nurse, who notes that there is ecchymosis around the area of umbilicus, will document this finding as a. Cullen sign. b. Rovsing sign. c. McBurney sign. d. Grey-Turner's sign.

Cullen sign.

The nurse is providing care to an older adult client admitted to the medical unit for acute gastric and left upper abdominal pain radiating to the back. The healthcare provider has diagnosed the client with chronic pancreatitis. Which items are appropriate to include in the discharge teaching for this client? Select all that apply. A) Encouraging a high-fat diet B) Eliminating alcoholic beverages C) Properly administering pancrelipase D) Reporting symptoms of infection E) Taking antacids

Eliminating alcoholic beverages Properly administering pancrelipase Reporting symptoms of infection Taking antacids

During an interview with a 67-year-old client diagnosed with acute hepatitis B, the nurse obtains the following data: 10 kg weight loss is noted from the client's last visit 4 months ago; review of systems reveals (1) limiting fatigue, (2) not well enough for sexual intercourse, (3) drinks 3-5 mixed drinks weekly socially, (4) right upper quadrant (RUQ) pain rated at 6/10, and 5) "constant" pruritus. Which findings indicate that the client's hepatitis may have progressed to a chronic stage? Select all that apply. A) Fatigue B) Drinks 3-5 mixed drinks weekly socially C) RUQ pain rated at 6/10 D) Pruritus

Fatigue RUQ pain rated at 6/10 Pruritus

A patient with Crohn's disease who is taking infliximab (Remicade) calls the nurse in the outpatient clinic about new symptoms. Which symptom is most important to communicate to the health care provider? a. Fever b. Nausea c. Joint pain d. Headache

Fever

A client presents with delayed wound healing. During the physical assessment, which nutrient deficiency does the nurse anticipate based on the data? A) Protein B) Digestive enzymes C) Insulin D) Carbohydrates

Protein

The nurse is providing care for several clients on a medical-surgical unit. The nurse anticipates that the client with which condition may require surgery? A) Hepatitis B) Pancreatitis C) Pyloric stenosis D) Malabsorption disorder

Pyloric stenosis

What is most characteristic of acute pancreatitis? A) The pancreas attacks its own tissue. B) The pancreas becomes distended with fluid. C) The pancreas ceases to produce enzymes. D) The pancreas needs to be removed.

The pancreas attacks its own tissue.

A 28-year-old pregnant client presents with epigastric pain, back pain, anorexia, nausea, vomiting, and jaundice. What diagnostic test should the nurse expect to be performed on this client to determine the presence of gallstones? A) Ultrasonography B) Endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) C) Contrast-enhanced CT scan D) Percutaneous fine-needle aspiration biopsy

Ultrasonography