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NR511 Ch11: Abdominal Problems (Practice) Questions And Answers Latest Update 2024/2025
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NR511 Ch11: Abdominal Problems (Practice)Questions And Answers Latest Update
2024/2025
You assess for Cullen's sign in Dan, age 62, after surgery. Cullen's sign may indicate:
A. Intra-abdominal bleeding.
B. A ventral hernia.
C. Appendicitis.
D. Jaundice. Answer: A
The most common viral infection causing diarrhea in the United States is:
A. Enteric adenovirus.
B. A Norwalk-like virus.
C. Rotavirus.
D. Giardia lamblia. Answer: C
An infant who is ruminating should be diagnosed and treated for:
A. Cystic fibrosis.
B. Esophagitis.
C. Meckel's diverticulum.
D. Intussusception. Answer: B
Lipids are broken down in which area of the gastrointestinal tract?
A. Esophagus
, B. Stomach
C. Small intestine
D. Large intestine Answer: C
Marvin, a known alcoholic with cirrhosis, is frequently admitted for coagulopathies and occasionally
receives blood transfusions. His wife asks you why he has bleeding problems. How do you respond?
A. "Occasionally he accumulates blood in the gut."
B. "There is an interruption of the normal clotting mechanisms."
C. "Long-term alcohol abuse has made his vessels very friable."
D. "His bone marrow has been affected." Answer: B
Hyperactive bowel sounds (borborygmi) are present in which of the following conditions?
A. Cirrhosis
B. Laxative use
C. Late mechanical bowel obstruction
D. Pancreatic cancer Answer: B
You suspect that Harry has a peptic ulcer and tell him that peptic ulcers have been found to be strongly
associated with:
A. Anxiety and panic attacks.
B. Long-term use of NSAIDs.
C. Infection by Helicobacter pylori.
D. A family history of peptic ulcers. Answer: C
Which of the following pharmacologic agents used to treat constipation may cause flatulence and
bloating and requires adequate fluid intake?
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