WorksheetsGI disorders
Total questions: 11
Worksheet time: 7mins
Constipation is most common in elderly people due to immobility and diminished thirst receptor response, leading to dehydration.
True
False
Inflammatory bowel disease includes both Crohn’s and ulcerative colitis. What is the biggest difference between the 2 different types of bowel diseases?
Has cobblestone appearance
Can occur anywhere in the GI tract
Affects full thickness of tissue
Only occurs in the colon
Only affects the surface of the tissue
Presence of ulcers
You are a nurse caring for a patient with dysphagia. Your primary concern is to treat their (a) first.
What is the main function of the villi in the small intestine?
Production of gastric acid
Store feces
Increase surface area for absorption of nutrients
Assist in peristalsis
A client with gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) reports heartburn and dry coughing, especially at night. Which nursing instruction is most appropriate?
"Drink a glass of orange juice before bed."
"Avoid lying down for at least 2 hours after eating."
"Increase your intake of spicy and fatty foods."
"Sleep flat on your back for better digestion."
A nurse assesses a client with suspected upper GI bleeding. (a) requires immediate intervention.
A client with a history of NSAID use reports burning epigastric pain that is worse on an empty stomach. Which condition should the nurse suspect?
GERD
Peptic ulcer disease (PUD)
Hiatal hernia
Dysphagia
What are PPIs and H2 blockers primarily used for when treating Peptic ulcer disease (PUD)?
Reduce stomach acid
Reduce irritation to the stomach lining
Reduce the presence of stomach ulcers
None of the above
Your patient has Ulcerative colitis. What is one statement that indicates the need for further education?
"I should have a colonoscopy done to screen for colon cancer as I’m at a higher risk for developing cancer."
"I should reduce the number of packs I smoke per day."
"I can continue to drink caffeinated coffee to help with bowel movements as it acts as a laxative."
"Since this is an autoimmune disease I should take precautions such as wear a mask if I'm going to be in crowded areas."
Ulcerative colitis affects the entire GI tract.
True
False
What are some treatment options for Diverticular disease?
Dietary modifications
Antibiotics
Fluid replacement
NSAIDS
