ATI RN
ATI Pathophysiology Questions
Question 1 of 5
When the body produces antibodies against its own tissue, the condition is called
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: When the body produces antibodies against its own tissue, it is called autoimmunity.
Question 2 of 5
In the ICU setting, a client transported from surgery following open heart bypass grafting will likely have his or her core temperature measured by:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: An esophageal thermometer is commonly used in ICU settings to accurately measure core body temperature, especially in post-surgical patients.
Question 3 of 5
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: Immune insufficiency is a possible cause of recurring respiratory infections in a 5-month-old child.
Question 4 of 5
A patient has been prescribed clomiphene citrate (Clomid) for infertility. What should the nurse include in the teaching plan about the use of this medication?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Clomiphene is typically taken daily for 5 days at the beginning of the menstrual cycle to stimulate ovulation.
Question 5 of 5
A 43-year-old man has tested positive for systemic candidiasis, and the care team has decided on IV fluconazole as a first-line treatment. When administering this medication, the nurse should
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Progestin-only contraceptives are less likely to cause hypertension compared to combined oral contraceptives and may be preferred in women with cardiovascular risk factors.
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