ATI RN
physical assessment test bank Questions
Question 1 of 9
A 28-year-old patient comes to the office for evaluation of a rash. What is the most likely diagnosis?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The "Christmas tree" pattern and rapid eruption of lesions are characteristic of pityriasis rosea.
Question 2 of 9
Explain the significance of displacing the sternocleidomastoid (SCM) muscle during a thyroid examination.
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Displacing the SCM muscle gives better access to palpate the thyroid lobes during an examination.
Question 3 of 9
Alpha-adrenergic blockers increase urine outflow in males by:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Alpha-adrenergic blockers relax prostate smooth muscle to ease urination.
Question 4 of 9
A pediatric patient has areas of scaling on the scalp with round patches of alopecia. This clinical finding is consistent with:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Tinea capitis is a fungal infection of the scalp causing patches of hair loss.
Question 5 of 9
A 75-year-old client with a history of stroke is being assessed for rehabilitation. Which factor is most important for successful rehabilitation?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Motivation and engagement in rehabilitation are key to achieving the best outcomes for older adults recovering from a stroke.
Question 6 of 9
A 38-year-old patient with a history of abdominal pain presents to the nurse practitioner. Findings reveal superficial edema and bruising in the subcutaneous fatty tissue around the umbilicus. Hemorrhagic pancreatitis is suspected because of which finding?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Cullen’s sign, which involves bruising around the umbilicus, is associated with hemorrhagic pancreatitis.
Question 7 of 9
What is the recommended action if a specific test yields the same results multiple times during patient evaluations?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: If a test consistently yields the same result, it should be used when suspicion for the relevant condition is high.
Question 8 of 9
A 65-year-old male presents with findings of symmetric thorax with moderate kyphosis and anterior diameter. Chest expansion is decreased, and the diaphragm is descending 2 cm bilaterally. These findings relate to:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: These findings are consistent with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).
Question 9 of 9
A 78-year-old male with Lewy Body dementia, frequent falls, visual hallucinations, and sleep disturbances is transferred to your hospital with poor oral intake and confusion for 3 days. What will be your instrument of choice to identify delirium in a time-efficient manner?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The CAM is a time-efficient tool commonly used to assess delirium.