NCLEX-RN GI & Renal Conditions Flashcards

Name one lifestyle modification recommended to reduce symptoms of Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD).

What is the hallmark physical assessment finding indicating a perforated peptic ulcer?

A patient with appendicitis reports pain localizing to McBurney's point. Which abdominal quadrant is this located in?

A client arrives with suspected appendicitis and severe abdominal pain. Which nursing intervention is CONTRAINDICATED?

In a patient with severe Ulcerative Colitis, what is the priority complication to monitor for regarding bowel movements?

Complete the pathophysiology statement regarding Hepatic Encephalopathy:

What is the primary life-threatening risk associated with Esophageal Varices in a patient with cirrhosis?

What is the physiologic rationale for maintaining NPO status and using NG suction in acute pancreatitis?

Which assessment maneuver is used to identify Cholecystitis (gallbladder inflammation)?

Distinguish between the phases of Acute Kidney Injury (AKI):

A nurse is teaching a client with Stage 4 Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) about diet. Which food should the client avoid?

What two physical assessment findings confirm the patency of an arteriovenous (AV) fistula?

What does cloudy effluent (outflow) indicate in a patient receiving Peritoneal Dialysis?

A client is admitted with renal colic and suspected urolithiasis. What is the priority nursing action regarding voiding?

Manage the Continuous Bladder Irrigation (CBI) for a patient post-TURP: