ATI RN
Nursing Process Practice Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
The clinical manifestations of Parkinson’s disease (bradykinesia rigidity and tremors) is directly related to a decreased level of:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Rationale: Parkinson's disease is characterized by dopamine deficiency in the brain, leading to motor symptoms like bradykinesia, rigidity, and tremors. Dopamine is crucial for controlling movement. Acetylcholine (A) is not directly related to Parkinson's symptoms. Serotonin (B) is involved in mood regulation, not movement control. Phenylalanine (D) is an amino acid and not directly related to Parkinson's pathology. Therefore, the correct answer is C.
Question 2 of 5
During an ophthalmic assessment, which of the ff are the nurses expected to observe carefully? Choose all that apply
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B: Pupil responses. During an ophthalmic assessment, observing pupil responses is crucial as it provides information on the function of the cranial nerves and potential neurological issues. Pupil size, shape, symmetry, and reaction to light are key indicators of eye health. A: Level of central vision - While important, assessing the level of central vision is typically done by the ophthalmologist and not within the scope of the nurse's role in a routine assessment. C: External eye appearance - Although external eye appearance can give some clues about eye health, it is not as direct and crucial as observing pupil responses. D: Eye movements - While eye movements can provide information on ocular motor function, it is not as critical as assessing pupil responses in an ophthalmic assessment.
Question 3 of 5
During preoperative teaching for a client who will undergo subtotal thyroidectomy, the nurse should include which statement?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D: “You must avoid hyperextending your neck after surgery.” This is because hyperextending the neck can put excessive strain on the surgical site, leading to potential complications such as bleeding or injury to the incision. Keeping the neck in a neutral position helps promote healing and reduces the risk of complications. A: “The head of your bed must remain flat for 24 hours after surgery.” - Incorrect. Elevating the head of the bed can help reduce swelling and promote drainage after thyroidectomy. B: “You should avoid deep breathing and coughing after surgery.” - Incorrect. Deep breathing and coughing are important to prevent respiratory complications such as pneumonia. C: “You won’t be able to swallow for the first day or two.” - Incorrect. Swallowing may be difficult initially but should improve gradually after surgery.
Question 4 of 5
A client becomes upset when the physician diagnoses diabetes mellitus as the cause of current signs and symptoms. The client tells the nurse, “This must be a mistake. No one in my family has ever had diabetes.” Based on this statement, the nurse suspects the client is using which coping mechanism?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A: Denial. The client's refusal to accept the diagnosis of diabetes mellitus, stating that no one in their family has had it, indicates denial as a coping mechanism. Denial is a defense mechanism where individuals refuse to acknowledge unpleasant realities. In this case, the client is rejecting the diagnosis to avoid facing the reality of having a chronic condition. The other choices (B: Anger, C: Withdrawal, D: Resolution) do not fit the client's response in this scenario. Anger involves expressing frustration or hostility, withdrawal is avoiding the situation, and resolution is accepting and dealing with the issue.
Question 5 of 5
A 27-year old adult is admitted for treatment of Crohn’s disease. Which information is most significant when the nurse assesses nutritional health?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A: Anthropometric measurements. This includes height, weight, and body mass index, which are crucial indicators of the nutritional status of a patient with Crohn's disease. It helps assess malnutrition, muscle wasting, and overall nutritional health. Dry skin (B), bleeding gums (C), and facial rubor (D) are not direct indicators of nutritional health in a patient with Crohn's disease. Dry skin may indicate dehydration, bleeding gums may suggest poor oral hygiene or gum disease, and facial rubor may be a sign of inflammation but are not specific to nutritional status.