ATI RN
Basic Care of a Paraplegic Patient Questions
Question 1 of 5
What is one treatment for hypertension?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C: Taking diuretics to reduce fluid volume. Diuretics help lower blood pressure by promoting the removal of excess fluid and sodium from the body, reducing the volume of blood flowing through the blood vessels. This decreases the pressure on the vessel walls, thereby reducing hypertension. A: Reducing the amount of exercise is incorrect because exercise is actually beneficial for managing hypertension by improving cardiovascular health and lowering blood pressure. B: Increasing fat in the diet is incorrect as high-fat diets can lead to obesity and other risk factors for hypertension. D: Increasing weight is incorrect as obesity is a known risk factor for hypertension, and weight gain can exacerbate the condition.
Question 2 of 5
The medical term for loss of vision on one-half of the visual field is
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C: Hemianopsia. Hemianopsia refers to the loss of vision in half of the visual field, typically caused by damage to the brain's visual pathways. Hyperopia (A) and Myopia (B) are refractive errors affecting visual acuity, not visual field loss. Macular degeneration (D) is a condition affecting central vision, not half of the visual field. Hemianopsia specifically describes the loss of vision in one-half of the visual field due to neurological issues or brain damage.
Question 3 of 5
What type of immunity is present at birth?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C: Nonspecific. At birth, infants possess nonspecific immunity, also known as innate immunity. This type of immunity provides immediate defense against a wide range of pathogens without prior exposure. It includes physical barriers like skin, chemical barriers like stomach acid, and cellular defenses like macrophages. This innate immunity is essential for protecting newborns from infections until their adaptive immune system develops. Explanation of other choices: A: Active immunity is acquired through exposure to antigens and the subsequent production of antibodies by the individual's own immune system. It is not present at birth. B: Passive immunity is acquired through the transfer of pre-formed antibodies from another individual, such as through breast milk or placental transfer. It is not present at birth. D: Specific immunity, also known as adaptive immunity, is developed over time through exposure to specific antigens and the production of memory cells. It is not present at birth.
Question 4 of 5
A serious illness usually caused by a bacterial infection is called
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C: Sepsis. Sepsis is a serious illness caused by the body's response to an infection, often bacterial. It can lead to tissue damage, organ failure, and death if not treated promptly. Gingivitis is a gum disease, Phlebitis is inflammation of a vein, and Diverticulosis is the presence of small pouches in the colon. These conditions are not directly related to bacterial infections causing a serious illness like sepsis.
Question 5 of 5
A résumé should include the following information:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A: Experience and education. A resume should include relevant information such as work experience and educational background to showcase qualifications for a job. Height, weight, religion, marital status, age, and number of children are not appropriate or necessary details to include on a resume as they can lead to discrimination and bias in the hiring process. Focusing on experience and education highlights the candidate's skills and accomplishments that are directly related to the job they are applying for.