ATI CAPSTONE ADULT MEDICAL SURGICAL
2026 EXAM SCRIPT FULL QUESTIONS AND
CORRECT ANSWERS
◉dealing with dysphagia
define?
causes?
tx?. Answer: -alteration in clients ability to swallow
Causes include:
-Obstruction
-Inflammation
-Edema
-Certain neurological disorders
Modifying the texture of foods and the consistency of liquids may
enable the client to achieve proper nutrition.
, Clients with dysphagia are at an increased risk of aspiration. Place
the client in an upright or high-Fowler's position to facilitate
swallowing.
Provide oral care prior to eating to enhance the client's sense of
taste.
Allow adequate time for eating, utilize adaptive eating devices, and
encourage small bites and thorough chewing.
Avoid thin liquids and sticky foods.
◉Dumping syndrome:
define?
s/s?
tx?. Answer: complication of gastric surgeries that inhibit the ability
of the pyloric sphincter to control the movement of food into small
intestine
-The drumping resulting in nausea, distention, cramping pains, and
diarrhea within 15min after eating
2026 EXAM SCRIPT FULL QUESTIONS AND
CORRECT ANSWERS
◉dealing with dysphagia
define?
causes?
tx?. Answer: -alteration in clients ability to swallow
Causes include:
-Obstruction
-Inflammation
-Edema
-Certain neurological disorders
Modifying the texture of foods and the consistency of liquids may
enable the client to achieve proper nutrition.
, Clients with dysphagia are at an increased risk of aspiration. Place
the client in an upright or high-Fowler's position to facilitate
swallowing.
Provide oral care prior to eating to enhance the client's sense of
taste.
Allow adequate time for eating, utilize adaptive eating devices, and
encourage small bites and thorough chewing.
Avoid thin liquids and sticky foods.
◉Dumping syndrome:
define?
s/s?
tx?. Answer: complication of gastric surgeries that inhibit the ability
of the pyloric sphincter to control the movement of food into small
intestine
-The drumping resulting in nausea, distention, cramping pains, and
diarrhea within 15min after eating
