ATI RN
Human Reproductive System Questions
Question 1 of 5
When palpating the epididymis, the nurse considers which finding to be abnormal?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D because an epididymis with an irregular, nodular surface is abnormal and may indicate a pathology such as epididymitis or a tumor. Step 1: Normal epididymis should feel smooth and firm, not irregular. Step 2: Nodular surface suggests a growth or inflammation. Step 3: Abnormal findings should prompt further evaluation. Incorrect choices: A is correct anatomical location, B describes the normal shape, and C collapsing is not a typical finding.
Question 2 of 5
After a 26-yr-old patient has been treated for pelvic inflammatory disease, the nurse will plan to teach about the
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B - potential complication of infertility. Pelvic inflammatory disease (PID) can lead to scarring and damage to the reproductive organs, increasing the risk of infertility. Teaching about this potential complication is crucial for the patient's understanding of the long-term consequences of PID. Option A (use of hormone therapy) is not directly related to PID treatment. Option C (irregularities in the menstrual cycle) may occur but is not the primary concern post-PID treatment. Option D (changes in secondary sex characteristics) is not a common complication of PID. Therefore, option B is the most appropriate choice for teaching post-PID treatment.
Question 3 of 5
A woman calls the clinic because she is having an unusually heavy menstrual flow. She tells the nurse that she has saturated three tampons in the past 2 hours. The nurse estimates that the amount of blood loss over the past 2 hours is _____ mL.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B (40 to 60 mL) because a typical tampon can absorb around 20 mL of blood. If the woman has saturated three tampons in 2 hours, that would be 3 tampons x 20 mL each = 60 mL. This indicates a significant blood loss. The other choices are incorrect because they do not account for the volume of blood absorbed by the tampons and underestimate the amount of blood loss. Choice A is too low, choices C and D are too high. The correct estimation of 40 to 60 mL aligns with the information provided and reflects the severity of the situation.
Question 4 of 5
Testosterone is secreted by
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Testosterone is secreted by Leydig cells in the testes. Leydig cells are interstitial cells located between the seminiferous tubules. They are responsible for producing and secreting testosterone, which plays a crucial role in stimulating the development of male secondary sexual characteristics and maintaining male reproductive functions. Sertoli cells provide nourishment and support for developing sperm cells but do not secrete testosterone. Spermatocytes and early spermatids are involved in the process of spermatogenesis and do not secrete testosterone. Therefore, the correct answer is A because Leydig cells are specifically known for their role in testosterone production.
Question 5 of 5
In a typical 28 days female reproductive cycle, on which day following the beginning of the menstrual period is the level of luteinizing hormone most likely to be highest?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C (Day 14). On day 14 of a typical 28-day female reproductive cycle, the level of luteinizing hormone (LH) is most likely to be highest. This is because day 14 corresponds to ovulation, which is triggered by a surge in LH. Ovulation occurs when the mature egg is released from the ovary, and LH surge is crucial in this process. Therefore, the peak level of LH is expected on day 14. Incorrect Choices: A: Day 5 - Too early in the cycle for LH surge. B: Day 7 - Still early in the cycle for LH surge. D: Day 21 - LH surge typically occurs around day 14, not day 21.