ATI LPN
ATI The Medical Surgical Endocrine Test Questions
Question 1 of 5
Giant cell pneumonia is often caused by:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Measles causes giant cell pneumonia with multinucleated cells.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is instructing a client who has suspected Graves' disease and is scheduled to have a radioactive iodine uptake (RAIU) test. Which of the following client statements would indicate a correct understanding about this test?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: RAIU assesses thyroid function by measuring iodine uptake, not destruction or prolonged isolation.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is developing a plan of care for a client with type 1 diabetes mellitus who is being admitted with DKA and influenza. Which of the following should the nurse recognize as the priority intervention?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Safe glucose reduction (50-75 mg/dL/hr) prevents cerebral edema in DKA.
Question 4 of 5
A client with pheochromocytoma is admitted for surgery. What does the nurse do for the admitting assessment?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Palpating the abdomen may trigger catecholamine release, worsening hypertension.
Question 5 of 5
A client being treated for hyperthyroidism calls the home health nurse and mentions that his heart rate is slower than usual. What is the nurse's best response?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Slower HR may indicate overtreatment (hypothyroidism); assess for cold sensitivity and weight gain.