ATI RN
physical assessment test bank Questions
Question 1 of 5
You are treating a female patient whose chief complaint is lower abdominal pain and are now taking the SAMPLE history. Which question is BEST for determining the patient's last oral intake?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: "When was the last time you had anything to eat or drink?" directly addresses the patient's last oral intake.
Question 2 of 5
A 66-year-old man complains of nocturia (three to four times a night), hesitancy, and incomplete emptying of the bladder. Physical examination reveals an enlarged, nontender prostate, about 40 g in size without discrete nodules. Urinalysis reveals hematuria without leukocyte esterase. Upon further evaluation, the hematuria is attributed to his BPH. The patient declines surgical options at this time. Which of the following medications would be most appropriate?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Doxazosin is an alpha-blocker that improves symptoms of BPH by relaxing smooth muscles in the prostate.
Question 3 of 5
Explain the significance of displacing the sternocleidomastoid (SCM) muscle during a thyroid examination.
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Displacing the SCM muscle gives better access to palpate the thyroid lobes during an examination.
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
Imaging plays a limited role in diagnoses of PD but is central in making diagnosis of which condition?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Imaging plays a key role in diagnosing MSA, unlike PD where it is less useful.
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