Gastrointestinal NCLEX Questions With

Gastrointestinal NCLEX Questions With Verified Answers Graded A+

• The test will take approximately 60 minutes - ANSWER A magnetic resonance imaging

(MRI) test is scheduled. What should be included in the information provided to the patient?A .The test will take approximately 60 minutes.

• The patient will have an intravenous (IV) line started prior to the test.
• Solid foods are restricted for 6 to 8 hours prior to the test.
• There is only a limited amount of radiation exposure associated with the test.

• Increase fiber intake - ANSWER The nurse is caring for an older adult patient who

reports continued problems with constipation. What intervention can be implemented to promote timely bowel movements?

• Increase fiber intake.
• Limit fluid intake to 1500 mL daily.
• Administration of an oil retention enema weekly.
• Take a mild over-the-counter laxative each evening.

• Ginger - ANSWER A patient questions the use of herbal remedies to manage motion

sickness on an upcoming trip. Which has been used with success to manage this health complaint?

• Ginger
• Ginkgo
• Ginseng
• Goldenrod

• Bile is not reaching the intestines - ANSWER The nurse is assessing the stooling

patterns of an assigned patient. The patient reports stools as being clay colored. The nurse knows this may indicate which condition?A.Bile is not reaching the intestines.

• The stool contains undigested fat.
• The stool has an excessive amount of bilirubin.
• The patient is experiencing upper gastrointestinal (GI) bleeding.

• Suggesting to the patient's family members that someone join the patient for meals. -

ANSWER An elderly patient reports a loss of interest in eating. The patient's history indicates the patient's spouse died a few months ago. When providing information to the patient, which action by the nurse is likely to be most helpful in increasing the patient's intake?

• Having the patient keep a food diary.
• Giving the patient a list of high-calorie foods.
• Reminding the patient of the importance of eating.
• Suggesting to the patient's family members that someone join the patient for meals.

• "Do not eat red meat for at least 3 days before collecting the specimen." - ANSWER A

patient is to collect a specimen for a stool guaiac test. Which direction should the patient be given?

• "Be sure to use a sterile container to collect the specimen."
• "Be sure to take a laxative 2 days prior to collecting the stool."
• "Do not eat red meat for at least 3 days before collecting the specimen."
• "Do not drink carbonated beverages for 8 hours before collecting the specimen."

• "I will not be able to drink fluids that contain any caffeine." - ANSWER The nurse is

caring for a patient who is preparing for discharge after having had an upper GI series.Which patient statement demonstrates a need for further discharge instruction?

• "I'll take a laxative."
• "I'll drink lots of water."
• "I can expect my stool to be white for up to 3 days."
• "I will not be able to drink fluids that contain any caffeine."

• Dehydration - ANSWER The older adult patient presents to the emergency department

complaining of severe vomiting for 3 days. The nurse knows which is the major complication of continuous vomiting?

• Weight loss
• Cardiac dysrhythmias
• Aspiration of vomitus
• Dehydration

• Dietary history
• Pattern of anorexia
• Factors that cause vomiting - ANSWER A patient is admitted with anorexia, nausea

and vomiting, and weight loss. When developing the plan of care, which information is a priority to be obtained? (Select all that apply.)

• Ability to cook own food
• Cultural preferences for food
• Dietary history
• Pattern of anorexia
• Factors that cause vomiting

• Encourage ambulation

C.Trendelenburg position - ANSWER A patient reports discomfort from flatus after surgery. What action(s) can be suggested by the nurse to help to relieve the flatus buildup? (Select all that apply.)

• Drink hot coffee
• Encourage ambulation

C.Trendelenburg position

• Drink chilled carbonated beverages
• Encourage bed rest until the pain subsides

• Hamburger, peas, and cola - ANSWER A 56-year-old man is admitted with a diagnosis

of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). The nurse anticipates the patient to report gastroesophageal discomfort after which meal?

• Hamburger, peas, and cola
• Turkey, salad, and a glass of red wine
• Chicken in lemon sauce, rice, and fruit juice
• Poached salmon, mashed potatoes, and milk

• Luncheon meats ("cold cuts") - ANSWER A patient has been diagnosed with gastric

cancer. What is associated with increased incidence of this disease?

• Refined sugars
• Dairy products
• Carbonated beverages
• Luncheon meats ("cold cuts")

• Nutritional deficiencies - ANSWER The nurse is caring for a patient experiencing

stomatitis. Which factor is most likely to have contributed to development of stomatitis?

• Morbid obesity