ATI RN
physical assessment test bank Questions
Question 1 of 5
What medication should be avoided when prescribing prophylactic therapy for headaches?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Venlafaxine has serious side effects and requires a drug-free period after 6 months of use.
Question 2 of 5
5-alpha reductase inhibitors work to improve symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia by:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: 5-alpha reductase inhibitors, such as finasteride, decrease the size of the prostate by inhibiting dihydrotestosterone production.
Question 3 of 5
Which group of lymph nodes are located on the medial surface of the arm approximately 3 cm above the elbow?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The epitrochlear nodes are located near the elbow.
Question 4 of 5
Explain the significance of displacing the sternocleidomastoid (SCM) muscle during a thyroid examination.
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Displacing the SCM muscle gives better access to palpate the thyroid lobes during an examination.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is assessing a 72-year-old client with shortness of breath and fatigue. Which condition is most likely based on the client's history?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: COPD is the most likely condition for an older adult presenting with shortness of breath and fatigue, especially if they have a history of smoking.
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