GI Test Questions

Question 1

Your client is on an antacid and Zantac. The best time to administer the antacid is:
Select one:
a.
with meal

b.
2 hours before meal

c.
2 hours after meal

d.
with Zantac

Answer 1

B.

Question 2

With severe diarrhea, it is important to monitor electrolytes, vital signs, bowel sounds and WBC count.
Select one:
True

False

Answer 2

True

Question 3

Prolonged use of opiate-related drugs may cause all of the following EXCEPT:
Select one:
a.
physical dependence

b.
paralytic ileus

c.
rash

Answer 3

C.

Question 4

Which of the following drugs inhibits gastric acid secretions to a greater extent than histamine antagonists?
Select one:
a.
Benadryl

b.
Zactac

c.
Pepto-Bismuth

d.
Prilosec

Answer 4

D.

Question 5

Bulk-forming laxatives cause laxative dependence.
Select one:
True

False

Answer 5

False

Question 6

You recommend that a client with diarrhea avoid all of the following foods EXCEPT:
Select one:
a.
clear liquids

b.
spiced foods

c.
hot liquids

d.
fried foods

Answer 6

A.