GI Review

Question 1

Common manifestations of GERD include: (select all that apply)

Accepted Answer

Weight loss/ failure to thrive, Arching and irritability, Aspiration leading to respiratory infections

Question 2

Appropriate treatment for mild dehydration includes oral replacement with oral re-hydration solutions

Accepted Answer

True

Question 3

General interventions for the prevention of GERD include all of the following except :

Accepted Answer

Lie infant flat after feedings

Question 4

Cardinal signs of Hirschsprung's disease include: (select all that apply)

Accepted Answer

Foul smelling, explosive diarrhea with exam, Delayed passage of meconium for 24-48 hours after birth, Constipation

Question 5

Isotonic dehydration is defined as:

Accepted Answer

Electrolyte and water losses are balanced (Na Normal)

Question 6

Assessment findings of Hypertrophic Pyloric Stenosis include: (select all that apply)

Accepted Answer

Olive-shaped mass is palpable to the right of the umbilicus., Peristaltic waves in the lower quadrant from left to right

Question 7

After a cleft lip and palate repair parental education includes: (select all that apply)

Accepted Answer

Keep soft arm/ elbow restraints in place, Keep child comfortable to avoid crying, Avoid hard objects in the mouth

Question 8

#1 cause of acute renal failure in children

Accepted Answer

Dehydration

Question 9

“Currant jelly stools” are a sign of which GI dysfunction?

Accepted Answer

Intussusception

Question 10

Common signs of peritonitis include: (select all that apply)

Accepted Answer

Distended abdomen, Diminishing bowel sounds, Inability to pass flatus or feces, Rigid, boardlike abdomen

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