ATI RN
ATI Medical Surgical Nursing Final Exam Questions
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A 38-year-old construction worker reports hand weakness and difficulty gripping tools. Examination reveals atrophy of the thenar eminence and decreased sensation in the thumb, index, and middle fingers. What diagnostic test would most likely confirm the diagnosis of carpal tunnel syndrome?
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Rationale: Electromyography (EMG) and nerve conduction studies are the gold standard for diagnosing carpal tunnel syndrome. These tests measure the electrical activity of the muscles and the speed of nerve impulses to confirm nerve compression.
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