ATI RN
Pediatric Research Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
Nurse Carlos teaches a community adult class about the common symptoms of tuberculosis. Which of the following should Nurse Carlos include?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Nurse Carlos should include weight loss as one of the common symptoms of tuberculosis. Unintentional weight loss is a classic symptom seen in individuals with active tuberculosis infection. This weight loss is often accompanied by other symptoms such as fever, night sweats, and fatigue. It is important for Nurse Carlos to educate the community about this symptom as it can be a key indicator for seeking medical evaluation and treatment for tuberculosis. Dyspnea on exertion, increased appetite, and mental status changes are not typically common symptoms associated with tuberculosis.
Question 2 of 5
Nurse Kara is giving instructions to an elderly client on diabetic foot care. Which teaching is not part of foot care?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Washing your feet in hot water is not recommended as it can actually worsen diabetic foot conditions. Hot water can lead to burns and damage the skin, especially for individuals with reduced sensation in their feet due to diabetes. It is advised to wash feet in warm water instead, avoiding hot temperatures to prevent injuries and complications. The other options provide important aspects of diabetic foot care such as wearing appropriate shoes, trimming toenails carefully, and being mindful of footwear choices to protect the feet.
Question 3 of 5
Nurse Raymond is handling a group of student nurses and he is teaching them about fluids and electrolytes. He is correct when he says that a substance moves from an area of higher concentration, this is:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Diffusion is the movement of molecules from an area of higher concentration to an area of lower concentration. In the context of fluids and electrolytes, this process plays a crucial role in maintaining the balance of these substances in the body. Nurse Raymond is correct in stating that diffusion is the mechanism by which substances move down their concentration gradient. Osmosis involves the movement of water across a semipermeable membrane, filtration is the process of separating substances based on size through a filtering mechanism, and active transport requires energy to move substances against their concentration gradient.
Question 4 of 5
. Which of the following laboratory test results would suggest to the nurse that a client has a corticotrophin- secreting pituitary adenoma?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A corticotrophin-secreting pituitary adenoma, also known as Cushing's disease, results in an overproduction of adrenocorticotropic hormone (corticotropin). This excess corticotropin stimulates the adrenal glands to produce increased levels of cortisol. Therefore, a client with a corticotrophin-secreting pituitary adenoma would typically exhibit high levels of both corticotropin and cortisol. Option B is the correct choice, as it indicates elevated levels of both hormones, suggesting the presence of a corticotrophin-secreting pituitary adenoma.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse explains to a client that she will administer his first insulin dose in his abdomen. How does absorption at the abdominal site compare to absorption at other sites?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Insulin absorption rates can vary depending on the injection site. The abdomen is one of the recommended sites for insulin injection due to its relatively rapid absorption rate compared to other sites such as the upper arm or thigh. Insulin injected into the abdomen is absorbed more quickly because of the larger blood supply in that area, leading to faster onset of action and better blood glucose control. This is why the nurse chose to administer the first insulin dose in the client's abdomen for optimal effectiveness.