Exam 4: Digestion

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 is now refusing 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 school nurse is providing care to a number of school-age children diagnosed with celiac disease.Which interventions are appropriate for the nurse to implement with this group of students? Select all that apply.

A client is 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?

Parents of a child diagnosed with celiac disease have requested guidance on how to implement an appropriate diet.In addition to a list of foods to include and exclude,which interventions by the nurse are appropriate? Select all that apply.

A client presents at the emergency department reporting a burning pain in the chest of a 7 on a 0 to 10 pain scale.Gastroesphogeal reflux disorder (GERD)secondary to hiatal hernia is diagnosed.Based on this data,which is the priority nursing diagnosis?

A school-age child,recently diagnosed with celiac disease,is underweight,vitamin-deficient,anemic,and experiences frequent diarrhea.In addition to removing gluten from his diet,what other recommendations will the nurse provide for this child and family? Select all that apply.

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 client diagnosed with chronic pancreatitis,asks if there are any alternative therapies that might help with treating the condition.The nurse teaches the client that which complementary and alternative therapies can be safely used in conjunction with traditional treatment? Select all that apply.

An older adult African-American client with a history of celiac disease presents with abdominal cramps,pain,and diarrhea.The client denies the use alcohol,but states,"my favorite foods are steak,cheese,and ice cream." Based on this data,which condition does the nurse suspect?

A young adult waiter has been treated for viral hepatitis at a health care clinic.Which client outcome indicates the need for additional intervention? Select all that apply.

The nurse is providing care to a 1-month-old infant who is brought to the pediatric clinic for projectile vomiting.Which data collected during the assessment process would support the diagnosis of pyloric stenosis? Select all that apply.

A client is scheduled for a diagnostic test to determine digestion status.Which test does not require fasting or other preparation?

The nurse is providing care to a client admitted with acute pancreatitis.Which data support the client's diagnosis? Select all that apply.

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 nurse is caring for an infant post-surgery for pyloric stenosis.Which nursing interventions are appropriate when providing care for this infant? Select all that apply.

The nurse is providing care to a client diagnosed with celiac disease who experiences frequent diarrhea.Based on this data,the nurse anticipates the client may also experience which associated problems? Select all that apply.

What statement made by the client would indicate understanding of discharge teaching for self-care after hospitalization for acute pancreatitis?

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 client presents with delayed wound healing.During the physical assessment,which nutrient deficiency does the nurse anticipate based on the data?

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?