Med Surg Exam 2 Test Bank Exam 2026-2027 \Latest
Update with complete questions and correct detailed
answers \verified 100% Graded A+\Monroe College –
NURS 255
A client who has been taking antibiotics reports severe, watery diarrhea.
About which test does the nurse
teach the client?
a. Colonoscopy
b. Enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA) toxin A+B
c. Ova and parasites
d. Stool culture
b
The nurse knows that a client with prolonged prothrombin time (PT) values
(not related to medication)
probably has dysfunction in which organ?
a. Kidneys
b. Liver
c. Spleen
d. Stomach
b
,A client is recovering from an esophagogastroduodenoscopy (EGD) and
requests something to drink. What
action by the nurse is best?
a. Allow the client cool liquids only.
b. Assess the clients gag reflex.
c. Remind the client to remain NPO.
d. Tell the client to wait 4 hours.
b
The nurse is aware of the 2014 American Cancer Society Screening
Guidelines for colon cancer, which
include which testing modalities for people over the age of 50? (Select all
that apply.)
a. Colonoscopy every 10 years
b. Colonoscopy every 5 years
c. Computed tomography (CT) colonography every 5 years
d. Double-contrast barium enema every 10 years
e. Flexible sigmoidoscopy every 10 ye
a,c
,A client had an endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography
(ERCP). The nurse instructs the client and
family about the signs of potential complications, which include what
problems? (Select all that apply.)
a. Cholangitis
b. Pancreatitis
c. Perforation
d. Renal lithiasis
e. Sepsis
a,b,c,e
The nurse working with older clients understands age-related changes in the
gastrointestinal system. Which
changes does this include? (Select all that apply.)
a. Decreased hydrochloric acid production
b. Diminished sensation that can lead to constipation
c. Fat not digested as well in older adults
d. Increased peristalsis in the large intestine
e. Pancreatic vessels become calcified
a,b,c,e
, The nurse working in the gastrointestinal clinic sees clients who are
anemic. What are common causes for
which the nurse assesses in these clients? (Select all that apply.)
a. Colon cancer
b. Diverticulitis
c. Inflammatory bowel disease
d. Peptic ulcer disease
e. Pernicious anemia
a,b,c,d
After teaching a client with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), a nurse
assesses the clients understanding.
Which menu selection indicates that the client correctly understands
the dietary teaching?
a. Ham sandwich on white bread, cup of applesauce, glass of diet
cola
b. Broiled chicken with brown rice, steamed broccoli, glass of apple
juice
c. Grilled cheese sandwich, small banana, cup of hot tea with lemon
d. Baked tilapia, fresh green beans, cup of coffee with low-fat milk
b
Update with complete questions and correct detailed
answers \verified 100% Graded A+\Monroe College –
NURS 255
A client who has been taking antibiotics reports severe, watery diarrhea.
About which test does the nurse
teach the client?
a. Colonoscopy
b. Enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA) toxin A+B
c. Ova and parasites
d. Stool culture
b
The nurse knows that a client with prolonged prothrombin time (PT) values
(not related to medication)
probably has dysfunction in which organ?
a. Kidneys
b. Liver
c. Spleen
d. Stomach
b
,A client is recovering from an esophagogastroduodenoscopy (EGD) and
requests something to drink. What
action by the nurse is best?
a. Allow the client cool liquids only.
b. Assess the clients gag reflex.
c. Remind the client to remain NPO.
d. Tell the client to wait 4 hours.
b
The nurse is aware of the 2014 American Cancer Society Screening
Guidelines for colon cancer, which
include which testing modalities for people over the age of 50? (Select all
that apply.)
a. Colonoscopy every 10 years
b. Colonoscopy every 5 years
c. Computed tomography (CT) colonography every 5 years
d. Double-contrast barium enema every 10 years
e. Flexible sigmoidoscopy every 10 ye
a,c
,A client had an endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography
(ERCP). The nurse instructs the client and
family about the signs of potential complications, which include what
problems? (Select all that apply.)
a. Cholangitis
b. Pancreatitis
c. Perforation
d. Renal lithiasis
e. Sepsis
a,b,c,e
The nurse working with older clients understands age-related changes in the
gastrointestinal system. Which
changes does this include? (Select all that apply.)
a. Decreased hydrochloric acid production
b. Diminished sensation that can lead to constipation
c. Fat not digested as well in older adults
d. Increased peristalsis in the large intestine
e. Pancreatic vessels become calcified
a,b,c,e
, The nurse working in the gastrointestinal clinic sees clients who are
anemic. What are common causes for
which the nurse assesses in these clients? (Select all that apply.)
a. Colon cancer
b. Diverticulitis
c. Inflammatory bowel disease
d. Peptic ulcer disease
e. Pernicious anemia
a,b,c,d
After teaching a client with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), a nurse
assesses the clients understanding.
Which menu selection indicates that the client correctly understands
the dietary teaching?
a. Ham sandwich on white bread, cup of applesauce, glass of diet
cola
b. Broiled chicken with brown rice, steamed broccoli, glass of apple
juice
c. Grilled cheese sandwich, small banana, cup of hot tea with lemon
d. Baked tilapia, fresh green beans, cup of coffee with low-fat milk
b
