NUR 325 Exam 1 – 80+ Verified Questions with Answers | GI Bleeds, Ileostomy, Pancreatitis, Hepatitis, TPN

This in-depth exam preparation guide contains 80+ expert-verified multiple-choice questions and correct answers for NUR 325 Exam 1 (2026), designed to cover essential gastrointestinal and hepatobiliary nursing topics. The questions reflect real clinical scenarios and are aligned with nursing core texts, especially “Brunner & Suddarth’s Textbook of Medical-Surgical Nursing” by Hinkle & Cheever, supporting both exam success and clinical competence. Key areas reviewed in the document include: Post-EGD care: gag reflex assessment, signs of perforation (e.g., subcutaneous neck crepitus) NG tube management: signs of improper placement, monitoring for metabolic alkalosis, and suction risks GI bleeding: upper vs lower GI bleeds, causes (e.g., PUD, AVMs, esophagitis), and stool characteristics Ileostomy care: dietary restrictions, fluid/electrolyte monitoring, and post-op symptoms Hepatitis (A–E): GI symptoms, transmission, cirrhosis risk, encephalopathy and ammonia level treatment (lactulose, neomycin) Pancreatitis: symptoms (LUQ pain, hypocalcemia), dietary restrictions (NPO), and labs (amylase, lipase) TPN management: glucose checks, infection risk, weight and temp monitoring Cholecystitis and cholelithiasis: clay-colored stool, fat intolerance, use of T-tube Hernia repair & hemorrhoidectomy: post-op voiding, dietary and mobility instructions Complications: hepatic encephalopathy, variceal bleeding, positive Turner's sign (hemorrhagic pancreatitis) This resource is ideal for: BSN students RN-to-BSN students Accelerated nursing programs NCLEX-RN candidates, especially those focusing on GI, hepatobiliary, and nutrition systems The clearly formatted Q&A layout supports rapid memorization and concept retention, making it suitable for last-minute review, class prep, and clinical simulation scenarios. Keywords: NUR 325, GI bleed, ileostomy care, pancreatitis signs, hepatic encephalopathy, NG tube, TPN monitoring, cholecystitis, hepatitis A-E, AVM, Mallory-Weiss, hiatal hernia, EGD post-op, ammonia levels, lactulose, varices, Turner's sign, NCLEX prep, BSN, RN-to-BSN, Brunner and Suddarth