Pathophysiology Exam 3: ALL GI Practice Questions well answers graded A+

Pathophysiology Exam 3: ALL GI Practice QuestionsWhat physiologically occurs with vomiting? - correct answer Immediately before the act of vomiting, activation of the parasympathetic nervous system causes increased salivation, increased gastric motility, and relaxation of the lower esophageal sphincter. Which laboratory findings should the nurse expect in the patient with persistent vomiting? - correct answer increased pH, decrease potassium, increased hematocrit A patient who has been vomiting for several days from an unknown cause is admitted to the hospital. What should the nurse anticipate will be included in collaborative care? - correct answer IV replacement of fluid and electrolytes A patient treated for vomiting is to begin oral intake when the symptoms have subsided. To promote rehydration, the nurse plans to administer which fluid first? - correct answer Water Ondansetron (Zofran) is prescribed for a patient with cancer chemotherapy- induced vomiting . What should the nurse understand about this drug? - correct answer It relieves vomiting centrally by action n the vomiting center and peripherally by promoting gastric emptying Older patients may have cardiac or renal insufficiency and may be more susceptible to problems from vomiting and antiemetic drug side effects. What nursing intervention is most important to implement with these patients? - correct answer Do hourly visual checks or use a sitter to keep the patient safe What are characteristic of gingivitis - correct answer Formation of abscesses with loosening of teeth Which infection or inflammation is found related to systemic disease and cancer chemotherapy? - correct answer Stomatitis