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ATI Gastrointestinal System Quizlet

1. The client with a colostomy has an order for irrigation of the colostomy. The nurse used which solution for irrigation?

Correct answer: B

Rationale: Tap water at body temperature is generally used for colostomy irrigation unless the local water supply is not safe for drinking, in which case bottled water can be used.

2. The nurse is doing pre-op teaching with the client who is about to undergo creation of a Kock pouch. The nurse interprets that the client has the best understanding of the nature of the surgery if the client makes which of the following statements?

Correct answer: A

Rationale: A Kock pouch is a type of continent ileostomy that requires catheterization to empty the internal reservoir. Understanding the need for regular catheterization indicates the client comprehends the procedure.

3. Which of the following areas is the most common site of fistulas in clients with Crohn’s disease?

Correct answer: A

Rationale: The anorectal area is the most common site of fistulas in clients with Crohn's disease.

4. A client with which of the following conditions may be likely to develop rectal cancer?

Correct answer: A

Rationale: Adenomatous polyps are a known risk factor for the development of rectal cancer.

5. 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.

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