ATI RN
Care of Patients with Shock Practice Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
A type of depression that causes a person to have mood swings is called
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B: Bipolar disorder. Bipolar disorder is a type of depression characterized by mood swings between periods of extreme high energy (mania) and low energy (depression). This is different from the other choices: A) Delirium is a state of confusion and disorientation, C) Obsessive-convulsive disorder is characterized by intrusive thoughts and repetitive behaviors, and D) Hemianopsia is a visual impairment in which half of the visual field is lost. Bipolar disorder specifically aligns with the description of mood swings, making it the correct choice.
Question 2 of 5
Weakness of muscles in the feet and ankles is
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Weakness of muscles in the feet and ankles causing difficulty lifting the foot is known as foot drop. This leads to a characteristic dragging of the foot while walking. Pronation (A) and supination (B) refer to the inward and outward rolling of the foot, respectively, and are not related to muscle weakness. Phlebitis (D) is inflammation of a vein and not associated with muscle weakness in the feet and ankles. Therefore, the correct answer is C: Foot drop, as it directly addresses the muscle weakness symptom described in the question.
Question 3 of 5
What is one condition that can require an order for a tube feeding?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B: Cancer. Cancer can lead to difficulty eating or swallowing, causing malnutrition. Tube feeding ensures adequate nutrition. Depression (A) does not directly require tube feeding. Dialysis (C) treats kidney failure, not a reason for tube feeding. Anaphylaxis (D) is a severe allergic reaction, not a condition necessitating tube feeding.
Question 4 of 5
At what point in an NA's employment would a probationary performance review be completed?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D: At 3 months. Probationary performance reviews are typically conducted early in an employee's tenure, usually around 3 months, to assess their performance, provide feedback, and address any concerns. This timeframe allows employers to identify any issues early on and provide support or corrective action if needed. Options A, B, and C are incorrect as they are too late in the employment period to effectively evaluate and address any performance issues that may arise within the probationary period.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse and the nursing assistive personnel are assisting a postoperative patient to turn in bed. To assist in minimizing discomfort, which instruction should the nurse provide to the patient?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D because placing the hand over the incision provides support and stability, reducing discomfort during the turning process. This action helps prevent unnecessary strain on the incision site and promotes healing. A, B, and C are incorrect because closing eyes or thinking about something pleasant, holding breath, and grabbing shoulders do not provide physical support or address the specific discomfort related to postoperative turning in bed.