ATI RN
physical assessment test bank Questions
Question 1 of 5
Which agent is NOT useful in prophylactic treatment of migraine headaches?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Sumatriptan is used to treat acute migraines, not for prevention.
Question 2 of 5
A patient develops a cough secondary to an angiotensin-converting-enzyme (ACE) inhibitor. The most appropriate statement related to ACE-I cough is that the cough typically:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: ACE inhibitor-related cough resolves after discontinuing the medication, typically within a few days to weeks.
Question 3 of 5
A 38-year-old patient with a history of abdominal pain presents to the nurse practitioner. Findings reveal superficial edema and bruising in the subcutaneous fatty tissue around the umbilicus. Hemorrhagic pancreatitis is suspected because of which finding?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Cullen’s sign, which involves bruising around the umbilicus, is associated with hemorrhagic pancreatitis.
Question 4 of 5
A 65-year-old male presents with findings of symmetric thorax with moderate kyphosis and anterior diameter. Chest expansion is decreased, and the diaphragm is descending 2 cm bilaterally. These findings relate to:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: These findings are consistent with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).
Question 5 of 5
Serotonin Syndrome is a potentially life-threatening condition associated with:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Serotonin syndrome occurs due to excessive serotonin levels.
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