ATI RN MED SURG PROCTORED EXAM - STUDY GUIDE 2024

Small Intestine Absorption of nutrients Folic acid Cobalamin Iron Fat-soluble vitamins Hormones and neurotransmitters Absorption of fat, carbohydrates, and proteins Abdominal Quadrants Right upper o Pylorous o Duodenum o Gallbladder o Liver Left upper o Stomach o Spleen Right lower o Cecum o Appendix Left lower o Sigmoid colon Midline o Urinary bladder o Uterus GI Focused Assessment Health History Current GI Symptoms Previous GI Problems Family History of GI Problems Medication Use: prescription and OTC Diet and Nutrition (Food Allergies) Use of Alcohol, street drugs, Caffeine Bowel Elimination Pattern Social/Cultural Factors GI Focused Assessment Physical Vital Signs Height and Weight Lab and diagnostic test results Emesis, amount, color, consistency Stool, amount, color, consistency, odor. Oral Assessment Abdominal Assessment Rectal Assessment Factors affecting bowel elimination Age Diet Fluids Physical activity Personal habits Pain Pregnancy Surgery & anesthesia Medications Effects of Aging