Inflammatory bowel disease

Inflammatory bowel disease ( 35 Questions)

A client newly diagnosed with Crohn's disease asks the nurse about the specific areas of the gastrointestinal tract that can be affected. How should the nurse respond?


Correct Answer: B

A) Incorrect. Crohn's disease is not limited to the colon and rectum. It can affect any part of the gastrointestinal tract, from the mouth to the anus.

B) Correct. Crohn's disease is known for its potential to affect any segment of the gastrointestinal tract, making it different from ulcerative colitis, which primarily affects the colon and rectum.

C) Incorrect. Crohn's disease can affect both the small and large intestines, but it is not limited to the small intestine alone.

D) Incorrect. Crohn's disease does not primarily affect the stomach and esophagus. It can involve any part of the gastrointestinal tract, but it most commonly affects the small intestine and colon.




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