Question 1

A nasogastric tube (NG tube)is inserted through an opening made through the abdomen to the stomach.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  False

Question 2

Many health-care facilities have a policy of warming the prepackaged,ready-to-use enema.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  True

Question 3

A client complains that he/she is having cramp-like pains after the start of an enema.You should:

Accepted Answer

A) rapidly increase the flow. 
B) tell him/her this is normal and continue. 
C) stop the flow until the pain goes away. 
D) get your immediate supervisor. 
A) rapidly increase the flow. 
B) tell him/her this is normal and continue. 
C) stop the flow until the pain goes away. 
D) get your immediate supervisor. C

Question 4

As clients age,feces move through the large intestine more slowly,allowing increased water reabsorption

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

Risk factors for developing gastroesophageal reflux disease include being overweight,smoking,and alcohol consumption

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

Stomas are a treatment for Crohn's disease.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

For receiving an enema,the adult client should be placed in the ________ position.

Accepted Answer

A) Harris 
B) Fowler's 
C) Trendelenberg 
D) Sims' 
A) Harris 
B) Fowler's 
C) Trendelenberg 
D) Sims'

Question 8

When a client has a nasogastric tube in place,you should

Accepted Answer

A) keep the place of insertion clean and free from mucous deposits. 
B) when changing the client's gown,unfasten the connecting tubing from the gown,to prevent pulling on the tube. 
C) never pull on the tube when moving the client or when changing the client's position. 
D) all of the above 
A) keep the place of insertion clean and free from mucous deposits. 
B) when changing the client's gown,unfasten the connecting tubing from the gown,to prevent pulling on the tube. 
C) never pull on the tube when moving the client or when changing the client's position. 
D) all of the above

Question 9

Example(s)of enemas other than a soapsuds enema are:

Accepted Answer

A) Harris flush. 
B) tap water. 
C) oil retention. 
D) all of the above 
A) Harris flush. 
B) tap water. 
C) oil retention. 
D) all of the above

Question 10

The jejunum is the:

Accepted Answer

A) second section of the small intestine measuring approximately 2.5 metres (8 feet)in length 
B) third section of the small intestine measuring approximately 3.5 metres (11 feet)in length 
C) lowest portion of the large intestine 
D) ring-shaped muscle that surrounds and controls a natural opening in the body 
A) second section of the small intestine measuring approximately 2.5 metres (8 feet)in length 
B) third section of the small intestine measuring approximately 3.5 metres (11 feet)in length 
C) lowest portion of the large intestine 
D) ring-shaped muscle that surrounds and controls a natural opening in the body

Question 11

Which statement about ostomies is NOT true?

Accepted Answer

A) An ostomy changes a person's body. 
B) Clients often go through the grieving process after receiving any type of ostomy. 
C) No one can provide emotional support to a client after an ostomy. 
D) Anxiety and fear are common responses to ostomies. 
A) An ostomy changes a person's body. 
B) Clients often go through the grieving process after receiving any type of ostomy. 
C) No one can provide emotional support to a client after an ostomy. 
D) Anxiety and fear are common responses to ostomies.

Question 12

When administering a cleansing enema,the personal care provider should fill the graduated pitcher with 1000 millilitres (34 fluid ounces)of water at 40.5°C (105°F).

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

One of the major differences between the oil retention enema and the ready-to-use cleansing enema is that the

Accepted Answer

A) a cleansing enema is given in three stages. 
B) clients should hold the cleansing enema solution for 10 to 20-minutes. 
C) an oil retention enema is given in three stages. 
D) clients should hold the oil retention enema solution for 10 to 20-minutes. 
A) a cleansing enema is given in three stages. 
B) clients should hold the cleansing enema solution for 10 to 20-minutes. 
C) an oil retention enema is given in three stages. 
D) clients should hold the oil retention enema solution for 10 to 20-minutes.

Question 14

The pyloric sphincter:

Accepted Answer

A) is located between the esophagus and the stomach. 
B) is a two-way entrance 
C) prevents the movement of food from the esophagus to the stomach 
D) is located between the pharynx and the stomach 
A) is located between the esophagus and the stomach. 
B) is a two-way entrance 
C) prevents the movement of food from the esophagus to the stomach 
D) is located between the pharynx and the stomach

Question 15

When assisting a client to empty his/her stoma pouch,you should

Accepted Answer

A) make them do it all by themselves. 
B) wear gloves. 
C) do it for them. 
D) all of the above 
A) make them do it all by themselves. 
B) wear gloves. 
C) do it for them. 
D) all of the above

Question 16

The left Sims' position

Accepted Answer

A) is recommended for treatment of backache. 
B) facilitates giving an enema. 
C) makes it easier for the client to breathe. 
D) is used for prevention of intestinal cramps. 
A) is recommended for treatment of backache. 
B) facilitates giving an enema. 
C) makes it easier for the client to breathe. 
D) is used for prevention of intestinal cramps.

Question 17

Regarding inflammatory bowel disease:

Accepted Answer

A) it may be cured by medication administration 
B) inflammation associated with ulcerative colitis occurs in the ileum only 
C) for Crohn's disease,the most commonly affected location is the jejunum 
D) Ulcerative colitis only affects the inner layer of the intestinal wall 
A) it may be cured by medication administration 
B) inflammation associated with ulcerative colitis occurs in the ileum only 
C) for Crohn's disease,the most commonly affected location is the jejunum 
D) Ulcerative colitis only affects the inner layer of the intestinal wall

Question 18

As a person ages,which change occurs in the gastrointestinal system?

Accepted Answer

A) the flow of saliva increases 
B) the number of taste buds increases 
C) reduced secretion of digestive juices 
D) a stronger gag reflex 
A) the flow of saliva increases 
B) the number of taste buds increases 
C) reduced secretion of digestive juices 
D) a stronger gag reflex

Question 19

The personal care provider needs to report the color,size,and amount of drainage from a stoma and pouch.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

Stomas are a permanent surgical procedure.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Exam 21: The Gastrointestinal System and Related Care

A nasogastric tube (NG tube)is inserted through an opening made through the abdomen to the stomach.

Many health-care facilities have a policy of warming the prepackaged,ready-to-use enema.

A client complains that he/she is having cramp-like pains after the start of an enema.You should:

As clients age,feces move through the large intestine more slowly,allowing increased water reabsorption

Risk factors for developing gastroesophageal reflux disease include being overweight,smoking,and alcohol consumption

Stomas are a treatment for Crohn's disease.

For receiving an enema,the adult client should be placed in the ________ position.

When a client has a nasogastric tube in place,you should

Example(s)of enemas other than a soapsuds enema are:

The jejunum is the:

Which statement about ostomies is NOT true?

When administering a cleansing enema,the personal care provider should fill the graduated pitcher with 1000 millilitres (34 fluid ounces)of water at 40.5°C (105°F).

One of the major differences between the oil retention enema and the ready-to-use cleansing enema is that the

The pyloric sphincter:

When assisting a client to empty his/her stoma pouch,you should

The left Sims' position

Regarding inflammatory bowel disease:

As a person ages,which change occurs in the gastrointestinal system?

The personal care provider needs to report the color,size,and amount of drainage from a stoma and pouch.

Stomas are a permanent surgical procedure.

Person-Centred Care

The Canadian Health-Care System

The Role of the Personal Care Provider, Workplace Ethics, and Legal Aspects of Care

Communication Skills: Interpersonal, Written, and Electronic

Medical Terminology, Abbreviations, and Specialties

Infection Control

Safety

Body Mechanics: Positioning, Moving, and Transporting Clients

The Clients Room

Bed Making

Supporting the Client Being Admitted, Transferred, or Discharged

Personal Care of the Client

Nutrition

Growth and Development

The Human Body

The Musculoskeletal System and Related Care

The Integumentary System and Related Care

Warm and Cold Applications

The Circulatory and Respiratory Systems and Related Care

Measuring Vital Signs

Endocrine System and Related Care

The Reproductive System and Related Care

The Nervous System and Related Care

Mental Illness

Cognitive Impairments

Emergency Care

Assisting With Medications

Care of the Surgical Patient

Neonatal and Pediatric Care

Home Health Care

The Resident and Ltc

The Terminally Ill Patient and Post-Mortem Care

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