ATI RN
bates physical assessment test bank Questions
Question 1 of 9
Which antihypertensive would be appropriate to prescribe for a hypertensive patient (B/P 150/95) in her third trimester?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Methyldopa is safe for use in pregnancy and is the preferred antihypertensive for hypertension during pregnancy.
Question 2 of 9
Which of the following is the most appropriate description of “personhood” as it relates to people with dementia?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Personhood focuses on maintaining human connections, even when cognitive decline occurs.
Question 3 of 9
Which of the following is NOT a safety issue commonly faced by older adults?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Older adults face safety issues related to falls, medication safety, and cognitive impairment, but increased physical activity is generally a benefit.
Question 4 of 9
Two years later Mr. Hunter reports progression of his urinary symptoms and desires “a pill to make this better.” His current IPSS is 17, with a bother score of 3 indicating moderate voiding symptoms with moderate impact on his quality of life. On review of systems he notes that his vision has worsened, especially in his left eye. His ophthalmologist has recommended cataract surgery. For which of the following medications would initiation of therapy be delayed until after cataract surgery?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Tamsulosin may cause intraoperative floppy iris syndrome, so it is often delayed until after cataract surgery.
Question 5 of 9
A patient arrives at the clinic appearing disheveled, with a flat affect and difficulty maintaining eye contact. Based on the general appearance assessment, which of the following conclusions might you draw?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A flat affect and difficulty maintaining eye contact are commonly associated with mental health issues, such as depression.
Question 6 of 9
What further diagnostic steps are required for the seven patients receiving atypical antipsychotics?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Comprehensive diagnostic steps involving psychiatry, neurology, and neuroimaging are necessary to assess underlying conditions and ensure proper management.
Question 7 of 9
A 27-year-old male patient presents with a painless chancre on the shaft of his penis and regional lymphadenopathy. He is diagnosed with primary syphilis. The best initial treatment is:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Benzathine penicillin G is the first-line treatment for primary syphilis.
Question 8 of 9
George Hall is a 91-year-old man. If the physician agrees with his daughter and does not inform George of bad news, which ethical principle might this violate?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Autonomy is violated when the patient is not informed about his medical condition.
Question 9 of 9
The lymphatic ducts drain into the:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The lymphatic ducts drain into the venous system, specifically at the junction of the subclavian and internal jugular veins.