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ATI Pathophysiology Questions
Question 1 of 9
When planning care for a cardiac patient, the nurse knows that in response to an increased workload, cardiac myocardial cells will:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.
Question 2 of 9
A 10-year-old male presents to his primary care provider reporting wheezing and difficulty breathing. History reveals that both of the child's parents suffer from allergies. Which of the following terms would be used to classify the child?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: In this case, the correct term to classify the child is 'Atopic.' Atopic individuals have a genetic predisposition to developing allergic conditions. 'Desensitized' refers to reduced sensitivity to an allergen, 'Hyperactive' relates to an exaggerated response, and 'Autoimmune' involves the immune system attacking its own cells, none of which accurately describe the child's classification based on the provided history.
Question 3 of 9
A 5-month-old child is admitted to the hospital with recurring respiratory infections. A possible cause of this condition is:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.
Question 4 of 9
What action is specific to hormonal contraceptives and should be taught to this woman?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct action specific to hormonal contraceptives that should be taught to the woman is that they alter cervical mucus to prevent sperm penetration. This mechanism helps in preventing pregnancy by reducing the chances of sperm reaching the egg. Choices B, C, and D are incorrect. Choice B is inaccurate as hormonal contraceptives work by inhibiting ovulation rather than increasing follicle-stimulating hormone release. Choice C is incorrect as hormonal contraceptives do not activate the maturation of the endometrial lining; instead, they modify it to prevent implantation. Choice D is also incorrect as hormonal contraceptives do not stimulate the pituitary gland to increase luteinizing hormone synthesis and release.
Question 5 of 9
A male patient is receiving androgen therapy for the treatment of hypogonadism. What adverse effect should the nurse monitor for during this treatment?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.
Question 6 of 9
A male patient receiving androgen therapy is concerned about side effects. What is the most serious adverse effect the nurse should monitor for during this therapy?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.
Question 7 of 9
A patient is starting on alendronate (Fosamax) for osteoporosis. What specific instructions should the nurse provide to ensure proper administration?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.
Question 8 of 9
A patient is starting on oral contraceptives. What should the nurse emphasize about the importance of taking the medication at the same time each day?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.
Question 9 of 9
The parents of a 4-year-old girl have sought care because their daughter has admitted to chewing and swallowing imported toy figurines that have been determined to be made of lead. Which of the following blood tests should the care team prioritize?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.