ATI RN
ATI Pathophysiology Questions
Question 1 of 5
A primiparous woman tells the nurse that she and her partner are highly reluctant to have their infant vaccinated, stating, "We've read that vaccines can potentially cause a lot of harm, so we're not sure we want to take that risk." How should the nurse respond to this family's concerns?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Monitoring liver enzymes is important for patients on long-term hormone therapy to avoid complications from impaired metabolism.
Question 2 of 5
A male patient is being treated with testosterone gel for hypogonadism. What important instruction should the nurse provide?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Testosterone gel should be applied to the chest or upper arms and allowed to dry completely before dressing to avoid transfer to others.
Question 3 of 5
A patient is starting on oral contraceptives. What should the nurse emphasize about the importance of taking the medication at the same time each day?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Taking oral contraceptives at the same time each day helps maintain stable hormone levels and ensures their effectiveness in preventing pregnancy.
Question 4 of 5
A nursing student having trouble moving her head from side to side is likely experiencing a problem with which type of neurons?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Pharyngeal efferent neurons are involved in head movement, including side-to-side motions.
Question 5 of 5
A male patient is receiving androgen therapy for hypogonadism. What adverse effect should the nurse monitor for during this therapy?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Androgen therapy can increase the risk of cardiovascular events, including heart attack and stroke, particularly in older patients.
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