NR 324 ADULT HEALTH 1 EXAM 3 FINAL QUESTIONS & ANSWERS 2026-… EXAM
P R O F E S S I O N A L P R A C T I C E M AT E R I A L S
NR 324 Adult Health 1
Exam 3 Final Questions
& Answers 2026-2027 |
Chamberlain University
Verified Answers Exam Ready With Rationales
163 QUESTIONS
DOCUMENT OVERVIEW
This document contains 163 verified questions with correct answers and detailed explanations,
focusing on adult health concepts. It is suitable for comprehensive exam preparation in nursing,
providing essential insights into patient care and medical conditions. Students can utilize this
resource for efficient study, review of key topics, and certification exam readiness.
CONTENTS
• Gastrointestinal Procedures • Enteral Nutrition
• Peptic Ulcer Disease • Diverticular Disease
• Celiac Disease and Nutrition • Obesity and Bariatric Care
• Wound Care and Healing • Arthritis and Connective Tissue
Disorders
• Musculoskeletal Injuries • HIV and AIDS Management
Page 1
,• Gastrointestinal Disorders
E XA M Q U EST I O N S
Q1 QUESTION 1 OF 163
Barium enema
CORRECT ANSWER
examination of large intestine;
Before: give laxatives and enemas until clear of stool evening before
-clear liquid diet evening before
-NPO 8hr before
After: give fluids, laxatives or suppositories to assist in expelling barium
-observe stool for passage of contrast medium
-educate pt stool may be white for up to 72 hr
Q2 QUESTION 2 OF 163
With a barium enema what do you want to explain to the patient in regards of what they might
feel
CORRECT ANSWER
They might feel cramping and the urge to defecate may occur
-pt will be placed in various positions
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, Q3 QUESTION 3 OF 163
Esophagastroduodenoscopy (EGD)
CORRECT ANSWER
Visualize esophagus, stomach, duodenum
-detects inflammation, ulcerations, tumors, varices, or mallory-weiss tears
Before:
-NPO for 8 hrs
-explain that local anesthesia may be sprayed on throat
-verify signed consent
After:
-keep NPO after procedure until gag reflex returns
-gently tickle back of throat to test gag reflex
-use warm saline gargles for relief of sore throat
-check temp q15-30min for 1-2 hr
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, Q4 QUESTION 4 OF 163
Colonoscopy
CORRECT ANSWER
Examination of colon, biopsies and polyps removed; bowel prep before and observe for perforation
Before: low residue or full liquid diet the day before until bowel cleansing begins
-pt drinks 2L dose of oral polyethylene glycol the night before
-second 2L 4-6 hr before procedure
-explain pt will be side-lying position and sedation given
After: observe for complications
-monitor vital signs
Q5 QUESTION 5 OF 163
Complications of a colonoscopy
CORRECT ANSWER
-Abdominal cramps
-Rectal bleeding
-Perforation
(malaise, abdominal distention, tenesmus)
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P R O F E S S I O N A L P R A C T I C E M AT E R I A L S
NR 324 Adult Health 1
Exam 3 Final Questions
& Answers 2026-2027 |
Chamberlain University
Verified Answers Exam Ready With Rationales
163 QUESTIONS
DOCUMENT OVERVIEW
This document contains 163 verified questions with correct answers and detailed explanations,
focusing on adult health concepts. It is suitable for comprehensive exam preparation in nursing,
providing essential insights into patient care and medical conditions. Students can utilize this
resource for efficient study, review of key topics, and certification exam readiness.
CONTENTS
• Gastrointestinal Procedures • Enteral Nutrition
• Peptic Ulcer Disease • Diverticular Disease
• Celiac Disease and Nutrition • Obesity and Bariatric Care
• Wound Care and Healing • Arthritis and Connective Tissue
Disorders
• Musculoskeletal Injuries • HIV and AIDS Management
Page 1
,• Gastrointestinal Disorders
E XA M Q U EST I O N S
Q1 QUESTION 1 OF 163
Barium enema
CORRECT ANSWER
examination of large intestine;
Before: give laxatives and enemas until clear of stool evening before
-clear liquid diet evening before
-NPO 8hr before
After: give fluids, laxatives or suppositories to assist in expelling barium
-observe stool for passage of contrast medium
-educate pt stool may be white for up to 72 hr
Q2 QUESTION 2 OF 163
With a barium enema what do you want to explain to the patient in regards of what they might
feel
CORRECT ANSWER
They might feel cramping and the urge to defecate may occur
-pt will be placed in various positions
Page 2
, Q3 QUESTION 3 OF 163
Esophagastroduodenoscopy (EGD)
CORRECT ANSWER
Visualize esophagus, stomach, duodenum
-detects inflammation, ulcerations, tumors, varices, or mallory-weiss tears
Before:
-NPO for 8 hrs
-explain that local anesthesia may be sprayed on throat
-verify signed consent
After:
-keep NPO after procedure until gag reflex returns
-gently tickle back of throat to test gag reflex
-use warm saline gargles for relief of sore throat
-check temp q15-30min for 1-2 hr
Page 3
, Q4 QUESTION 4 OF 163
Colonoscopy
CORRECT ANSWER
Examination of colon, biopsies and polyps removed; bowel prep before and observe for perforation
Before: low residue or full liquid diet the day before until bowel cleansing begins
-pt drinks 2L dose of oral polyethylene glycol the night before
-second 2L 4-6 hr before procedure
-explain pt will be side-lying position and sedation given
After: observe for complications
-monitor vital signs
Q5 QUESTION 5 OF 163
Complications of a colonoscopy
CORRECT ANSWER
-Abdominal cramps
-Rectal bleeding
-Perforation
(malaise, abdominal distention, tenesmus)
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