ATI Bowel Elimination Questions and Answers | Latest Version | 2025/2026 | Correct & Verified

ATI Bowel Elimination Questions and Answers | Latest Version | 2025/2026 | Correct & Verified A client reports not having a bowel movement for three days. Which action should the nurse take first? A. Ask the client about their usual bowel habits B. Offer a glass of juice C. Administer a laxative D. Notify the provider immediately Which dietary change promotes bowel regularity? A. Increase intake of dairy products B. Eat whole grains and vegetables C. Reduce fiber intake D. Drink caffeinated beverages frequently Which finding is a sign of fecal impaction? A. Leakage of liquid stool 2 B. Pain with urination C. Decreased bowel sounds D. Frequent flatulence When teaching a client about preventing constipation, the nurse should include A. Avoiding physical activity B. Drinking 2-3 liters of water daily C. Using enemas daily D. Eating low-residue foods The nurse prepares to administer a soap suds enema. Which is the correct position for the client? A. Supine with knees flexed B. Left side-lying with right knee flexed C. Sitting upright in bed D. Prone with arms at sides A client is prescribed a bulk-forming laxative. The nurse should teach the client to A. Drink plenty of fluids to prevent obstruction 3 B. Take it with milk only C. Avoid taking it with meals D. Limit fluid intake to avoid diarrhea Which client is most at risk for developing bowel elimination issues? A. An older adult taking opioids B. A teenager who exercises daily C. A school-age child eating high-fiber foods D. An adult with a high fluid intake The presence of black, tarry stools most likely indicates A. Gastrointestinal bleeding B. Iron deficiency C. Constipation D. Dehydration What instruction should be given to a client collecting a stool sample for occult blood testing? A. Take the sample from the toilet water 4 B. Avoid red meat and NSAIDs before the test C. Use a metal container for collection D. Refrigerate the sample immediately Which action is essential during digital removal of stool? A. Monitor the client’s heart rate