a client with rectal cancer may exhibit which of the following symptoms
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ATI Gastrointestinal System Quizlet

1. A client with rectal cancer may exhibit which of the following symptoms?

Correct answer: C

Rationale: Rectal bleeding is a common symptom in clients with rectal cancer.

2. Which of the following conditions is most likely to directly cause peritonitis?

Correct answer: C

Rationale: A perforated ulcer is most likely to directly cause peritonitis due to the leakage of gastric contents into the peritoneal cavity.

3. The client with peptic ulcer disease is scheduled for a pyloroplasty. The client asks the nurse about the procedure. The nurse plans to respond knowing that a pyloroplasty involves:

Correct answer: D

Rationale: A pyloroplasty involves making an incision in the pylorus (the opening from the stomach to the duodenum) and then resuturing it to relax the muscle and enlarge the opening.

4. The nurse is preparing a discharge teaching plan for the client who had an umbilical hernia repair. Which of the following would the nurse include in the plan?

Correct answer: C

Rationale: To prevent strain on the surgical site and avoid disruption of tissue integrity, the client should avoid coughing after an umbilical hernia repair.

5. Brenda, a 36 y.o. patient is on your floor with acute pancreatitis. Treatment for her includes:

Correct answer: C

Rationale: Treatment for acute pancreatitis includes nutritional support with TPN.

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