Med/Surg Final: ATI questions & Module 15 pages qestions and answers

Med/Surg Final: ATI questions & Module questions In-class activity What is the cause of a 'non-mechanical' bowel obstruction? A. A tumor or twisting of the bowel. B. Constipation. C. General anesthesia, narcotics, and handling of the bowel during surgery. D. Adhesions - C What should the nurse advise a pt. who has diverticulosis to eat? A. High fiber foods. B. Low fiber foods. C. Low carb foods. D. High carb foods - A What should the nurse advise a pt. who has diverticulitis to eat? A. High fiber foods. B. Low fiber foods. C .Low carb foods. D. High carb foods - B Which of the following is an appropriate nursing intervention for a patient who has had an EGD? A. Give food and water as soon as the test is completed. B. Enemas until clear. C. Monitor for hemorrhage r/t organ perforation. D. Administer a sedative. - C Which of the following is an appropriate nursing intervention for a pt. who has GERD?