Week 8 Preparation and Examination
of the GI Tract-Graded A
Bleeding from the upper gastrointestinal tract - ANSWER-A black, tarry substance in the
stool is an indication of:
Following ultrasound studies of the abdomen - ANSWER-When scheduling patient for a
series of diagnostic studies, examinations involving the use of barium are usually
scheduled:
1, 2, 3, & 4 - ANSWER-Patients who require priority scheduling for studies that require
fasting are:
1. emergencies
2. diabetic patients
3. infants and small children
4. geriatric patients
True - ANSWER-True or false: Diabetic patients are generally advised to postpone the
administration of their morning insulin until after the exam is complete and the patient is
able to have a light breakfast.
24 - 30 - ANSWER-When administering barium during a BE, it is necessary to suspend
the bag _____ inches above the table to maintain an adequate flow rate.
Suspension - ANSWER-Barium sulfate is considered to be a:
Stop the flow temporarily and allow the patient to change position - ANSWER-If the
patient feels "full" after the administration of 150 ml of a cleansing enema solution, you
should:
1, 2, & 3 - ANSWER-following a barium enema study, the RT or student must instruct
the patient in follow-up care. These instructions include:
1. Increase fluid intake and fiber in the diet for several days if not medically
contraindicated
2. Call his/her physician if he/she has not had a bowel movement within 24 hours
3. His/her stools will appear very light-colored or white
of the GI Tract-Graded A
Bleeding from the upper gastrointestinal tract - ANSWER-A black, tarry substance in the
stool is an indication of:
Following ultrasound studies of the abdomen - ANSWER-When scheduling patient for a
series of diagnostic studies, examinations involving the use of barium are usually
scheduled:
1, 2, 3, & 4 - ANSWER-Patients who require priority scheduling for studies that require
fasting are:
1. emergencies
2. diabetic patients
3. infants and small children
4. geriatric patients
True - ANSWER-True or false: Diabetic patients are generally advised to postpone the
administration of their morning insulin until after the exam is complete and the patient is
able to have a light breakfast.
24 - 30 - ANSWER-When administering barium during a BE, it is necessary to suspend
the bag _____ inches above the table to maintain an adequate flow rate.
Suspension - ANSWER-Barium sulfate is considered to be a:
Stop the flow temporarily and allow the patient to change position - ANSWER-If the
patient feels "full" after the administration of 150 ml of a cleansing enema solution, you
should:
1, 2, & 3 - ANSWER-following a barium enema study, the RT or student must instruct
the patient in follow-up care. These instructions include:
1. Increase fluid intake and fiber in the diet for several days if not medically
contraindicated
2. Call his/her physician if he/she has not had a bowel movement within 24 hours
3. His/her stools will appear very light-colored or white
