NR 511 Week 5 Quiz
1. Question:A 68-year-old man complains of lower abdominal pain, anorexia, extreme fatigue, an
unintentional weight loss of 15 pounds in the last 3 weeks, and you find a positive hemoccult on
digital rectal examination. Laboratory tests show iron deficiency anemia. Which diagnosis should
the NP consider?
colon cancer
2. Question:A 38-year-old male patient has recently had an ileostomy for ulcerative colitis. Which
self-care measures should the clinician teach him about to relieve food blockages?
massage the peristomal area
3. Question:A 67-year-old female on multiple medications for chronic conditions was just diagnosed
with gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). In teaching the patient about the disease, what
medication should the clinician recommend that the patient refrain from using?
nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs
4. Question:An 82-year-old female has been diagnosed with irritable bowel, chronic constipation, and
diverticulosis following a colonoscopy. Which pharmacological agent should the clinician
recommend?
bulk laxative
5. Question:A 29-year-old female just returned from Central America with traveler's diarrhea and
presents to the clinic for evaluation. Which of the following is the best treatment?
supportive care
6. Question:A 30-year-old male presents to the clinic with intermittent diarrhea. He states the loose
stools always occur within 30 minutes after taking antacids. How should the clinician respond?
