Assignment task: Gastrointestinal (GI) Fun Sheet - Study Guide
Q1. What would turn a patient's stool a dark brown, and milky white?
Q2. List in the correct order how to complete an abdominal assessment and why?
Q3. What is the action called that moves food and waste thru the GI tract?
Q4. List 3 age-related changes seen in the senior adult as it relates to the GI system.
Q5. List the duties the nurse must complete for the newly admitted patient that is having an EGD and colonoscopy.
Q6. Why would a nasogastric tube be ordered for a patient?
Q7. In caring for a patient that is receiving tube feedings (G-tube or J-tube), list 4 actions that will be part of your assessment and care.
Q8. What is TPN and list 2 reasons a patient would need TPN?
Q9. What are the 3 main components of TPN?
Q10. Is TPN administered via peripheral IV, G-tube, or central line?
Q11. Should TPN be given in combination with other IV solutions? Why or why not?
Q12. What patient teaching would be given to the patient experiencing GERD?