ATI RN
bates physical assessment test bank Questions
Question 1 of 9
Which of the following statements about community-based services is true?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The majority of the budget for Area Agencies on Aging goes to nutrition and supportive services for older adults.
Question 2 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 3 of 9
A 74-year-old man who recently lost his spouse of 50 years in an auto accident tells the NP that "he has no purpose in this life":
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: This is a key screening question to assess for suicidal ideation.
Question 4 of 9
The nurse is assessing an older client who is at risk for falls. Which of the following should be prioritized in the care plan?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Strengthening balance and improving mobility are essential in reducing the risk of falls in older adults.
Question 5 of 9
When treating a patient with asthma who is experiencing acute wheezing, which medication should be given to relieve the symptom?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Short-acting bronchodilators like albuterol are used for acute asthma relief.
Question 6 of 9
A common pathological finding in a patient with asthma is:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Asthma is characterized by smooth muscle hypertrophy, airway remodeling, and inflammation.
Question 7 of 9
Which is the most reasonable first step in the treatment of older men with erectile dysfunction?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Testosterone therapy should be considered first if a deficiency is identified, as low testosterone can contribute to erectile dysfunction.
Question 8 of 9
Ophthalmoscopic examination of a 40-year-old carpenter reveals a triangular thickening of the bulbar conjunctiva across the outer surface of the cornea. This condition is termed:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A pterygium is a growth of the conjunctiva over the cornea.
Question 9 of 9
What is the first-line treatment for anaphylaxis?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Epinephrine is the first-line treatment for anaphylaxis, as it rapidly reverses the effects of severe allergic reactions.