Med Surg Exam 3 (GI) | Actual Exam
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Latest Update 2026 | Nursing Exam Prep
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1. Describe how chronic gastritis symptoms can impact a patient's daily life.
Chronic gastritis symptoms only occur during acute episodes.
Chronic gastritis symptoms are usually mild and do not affect daily
activities.
Chronic gastritis symptoms can lead to discomfort and affect
appetite, resulting in decreased quality of life.
Chronic gastritis symptoms are primarily psychological.
2. If a patient experiences constipation after a Barium enema test, what nursing
intervention should be prioritized?
Schedule a follow-up appointment without any intervention.
Encourage increased fluid intake and dietary fiber.
Administer a strong laxative immediately.
Advise the patient to refrain from eating for 24 hours.
3. A nurse is caring for a patient with colorectal cancer who presents with a
hemoglobin level of 9.1 g/dL. What nursing intervention should be
prioritized?
Educate the patient on high-fiber diets to improve bowel health.
Administer iron supplements as ordered to address anemia.
Schedule a follow-up appointment for a colonoscopy.
, Increase the patient's fluid intake to prevent dehydration.
4. What is a common nursing intervention for managing Hiatal Hernias?
Dietary modifications
Surgical intervention
Radiation therapy
Antibiotic therapy
5. Describe how proton pump inhibitors help in the treatment of ulcers.
Proton pump inhibitors promote the growth of new stomach cells.
Proton pump inhibitors neutralize stomach acid immediately.
Proton pump inhibitors increase the production of digestive enzymes.
Proton pump inhibitors reduce stomach acid production, allowing
the ulcer to heal.
6. What are common symptoms associated with gastrointestinal bleeding due
to ulcers?
Nausea and vomiting
Abdominal pain and bloating
Hematemesis and melena
Diarrhea and constipation
7. Describe the primary differences between peptic ulcers and duodenal ulcers
in terms of location and symptoms.
Peptic ulcers are caused by stress, while duodenal ulcers are caused
by diet.
Both types occur in the stomach but have different causes.
, Peptic ulcers occur in the stomach lining, while duodenal ulcers
occur in the upper part of the small intestine, often causing different
symptoms.
Duodenal ulcers are more common than peptic ulcers and have no
symptoms.
8. Describe how a successful paracentesis impacts a patient's symptoms related
to ascites.
A successful paracentesis increases the risk of infection and pain.
A successful paracentesis reduces abdominal distension and
discomfort associated with fluid accumulation.
A successful paracentesis only improves blood pressure.
A successful paracentesis has no effect on the patient's symptoms.
9. An exploratory laparotomy is performed on a client with melena, and gastric
cancer is discovered. A partial gastrectomy is performed, and a jejunostomy
tube is surgically implanted. A NG tube to suction is in place. What should the
nurse expect regarding the client's NG tube drainage during the first 24 hours
after surgery?
Contain some blood and clots
Similar to coffee grounds in color and consistency
Green and viscid
Contain large amounts of frank blood
10. If a patient presents with symptoms of abdominal pain and nausea, and a
history of peptic ulcers, what nursing intervention should be prioritized?
Assess the patient's dietary habits and educate on dietary
modifications.
, Administer pain medication without further assessment.
Immediately schedule surgery for ulcer removal.
Encourage the patient to eat spicy foods to stimulate digestion.
11. A perforated ulcer may lead to:
Crohn disease
diarrhea
obstipation
peritonitis
diverticulitis
12. Which symptom indicates a need for immediate intervention in a client with a
rolling hernia?
Distended and firm abdomen
Crackles in the lungs
Two episodes of diarrhea
Reflux
13. Most common cause of chronic gastritis.
All
Autoimmune
Chronic NSAID use
A&C
Helicobacter pylori
14. If a patient with gas bloat syndrome continues to experience symptoms
Questions & 100% Correct Answers |
Latest Update 2026 | Nursing Exam Prep
✨
1. Describe how chronic gastritis symptoms can impact a patient's daily life.
Chronic gastritis symptoms only occur during acute episodes.
Chronic gastritis symptoms are usually mild and do not affect daily
activities.
Chronic gastritis symptoms can lead to discomfort and affect
appetite, resulting in decreased quality of life.
Chronic gastritis symptoms are primarily psychological.
2. If a patient experiences constipation after a Barium enema test, what nursing
intervention should be prioritized?
Schedule a follow-up appointment without any intervention.
Encourage increased fluid intake and dietary fiber.
Administer a strong laxative immediately.
Advise the patient to refrain from eating for 24 hours.
3. A nurse is caring for a patient with colorectal cancer who presents with a
hemoglobin level of 9.1 g/dL. What nursing intervention should be
prioritized?
Educate the patient on high-fiber diets to improve bowel health.
Administer iron supplements as ordered to address anemia.
Schedule a follow-up appointment for a colonoscopy.
, Increase the patient's fluid intake to prevent dehydration.
4. What is a common nursing intervention for managing Hiatal Hernias?
Dietary modifications
Surgical intervention
Radiation therapy
Antibiotic therapy
5. Describe how proton pump inhibitors help in the treatment of ulcers.
Proton pump inhibitors promote the growth of new stomach cells.
Proton pump inhibitors neutralize stomach acid immediately.
Proton pump inhibitors increase the production of digestive enzymes.
Proton pump inhibitors reduce stomach acid production, allowing
the ulcer to heal.
6. What are common symptoms associated with gastrointestinal bleeding due
to ulcers?
Nausea and vomiting
Abdominal pain and bloating
Hematemesis and melena
Diarrhea and constipation
7. Describe the primary differences between peptic ulcers and duodenal ulcers
in terms of location and symptoms.
Peptic ulcers are caused by stress, while duodenal ulcers are caused
by diet.
Both types occur in the stomach but have different causes.
, Peptic ulcers occur in the stomach lining, while duodenal ulcers
occur in the upper part of the small intestine, often causing different
symptoms.
Duodenal ulcers are more common than peptic ulcers and have no
symptoms.
8. Describe how a successful paracentesis impacts a patient's symptoms related
to ascites.
A successful paracentesis increases the risk of infection and pain.
A successful paracentesis reduces abdominal distension and
discomfort associated with fluid accumulation.
A successful paracentesis only improves blood pressure.
A successful paracentesis has no effect on the patient's symptoms.
9. An exploratory laparotomy is performed on a client with melena, and gastric
cancer is discovered. A partial gastrectomy is performed, and a jejunostomy
tube is surgically implanted. A NG tube to suction is in place. What should the
nurse expect regarding the client's NG tube drainage during the first 24 hours
after surgery?
Contain some blood and clots
Similar to coffee grounds in color and consistency
Green and viscid
Contain large amounts of frank blood
10. If a patient presents with symptoms of abdominal pain and nausea, and a
history of peptic ulcers, what nursing intervention should be prioritized?
Assess the patient's dietary habits and educate on dietary
modifications.
, Administer pain medication without further assessment.
Immediately schedule surgery for ulcer removal.
Encourage the patient to eat spicy foods to stimulate digestion.
11. A perforated ulcer may lead to:
Crohn disease
diarrhea
obstipation
peritonitis
diverticulitis
12. Which symptom indicates a need for immediate intervention in a client with a
rolling hernia?
Distended and firm abdomen
Crackles in the lungs
Two episodes of diarrhea
Reflux
13. Most common cause of chronic gastritis.
All
Autoimmune
Chronic NSAID use
A&C
Helicobacter pylori
14. If a patient with gas bloat syndrome continues to experience symptoms
