ATI RN
Care of Patients with Shock Practice Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
One symptom of hyperthyroidism is
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D: Increased appetite. In hyperthyroidism, the overproduction of thyroid hormones can lead to an increased metabolic rate, causing individuals to feel constantly hungry. This results in increased appetite and potentially weight loss. Reduced perspiration (A), weight gain (B), and slowed pulse (C) are not symptoms typically associated with hyperthyroidism. Reduced perspiration is not a common symptom, weight gain is more indicative of hypothyroidism, and a slowed pulse is more commonly associated with hypothyroidism as well due to the decreased metabolic rate.
Question 2 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 3 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 4 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.
Question 5 of 5
Which of the following conditions is most likely to cause a patient to present with potentially reversible pulseless electrical activity on the monitor?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D: Tension pneumothorax. This condition can lead to decreased venous return to the heart, causing decreased cardiac output and ultimately pulseless electrical activity. Tension pneumothorax is a life-threatening emergency that requires immediate intervention to relieve pressure on the heart and lungs. A: Traumatic asphyxia can cause compression of the chest and airway obstruction, leading to respiratory distress but not necessarily pulseless electrical activity. B: Wolf Parkinson White syndrome is a cardiac condition characterized by an accessory pathway for electrical conduction in the heart, which can cause arrhythmias but not typically pulseless electrical activity. C: The R-on-T phenomenon refers to a specific ECG finding where a premature ventricular contraction occurs on the T wave of the preceding beat, which can lead to ventricular fibrillation but is less likely to result in pulseless electrical activity compared to tension pneumothorax.