Which disorder results from obstruction and distention of a lumen, causing
decreased blood flow, ischemia, and bacterial invasion? Right Ans -
Appendicitis
A patient presents with sudden right upper quadrant pain that radiates to her
right shoulder after eating. You should suspect the patient has which
disorder? Right Ans - Cholecystitis
Which finding commonly occurs in patients with a bowel obstruction?
Right Ans - Intractable vomiting
In a patient with gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), which of these is
increased? Right Ans - Gastric emptying time
Which disorder can cause bronchospasm? Right Ans - Gastroesophageal
reflux disease
Which statement by a patient with diverticulitis indicates the need for further
discharge instructions? Right Ans - "I'll eat a low-fiber diet."
During the abdominal assessment, which action should be performed?
Right Ans - Observe the patient's position.
Which assessment finding is likely to be present in a patient with acute
pancreatitis? Right Ans - Hypoactive bowel sounds
Which medication is classified as a proton pump inhibitor? Right Ans -
Omeprazole (Prilosec)
In a patient with significant upper gastrointestinal bleeding, which laboratory
test result is increased? Right Ans - Blood urea nitrogen (BUN)/creatinine
level
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