ATI RN
ATI Med Surg Woolery Final Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A female client with systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) asks the nurse about pregnancy and lupus. Which information should the nurse include when educating the client?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Frequent prenatal visits and monitoring are essential for managing lupus during pregnancy.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is providing care for a geriatric patient with loss of hearing acuity over the past several years. Which statement by the nurse is most accurate?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Age-related hearing loss, also known as presbycusis, is a common condition among older adults. It typically involves a gradual decline in hearing ability due to changes in the inner ear or auditory nerve as people age.
Extract:
Nurses' Notes
0900:
Client resting comfortably in bed. The client states that she has been experiencing progressive weakness of the facial muscles, and difficulty swallowing, which prompted her to seek treatment. She states that her muscle strength is usually better in the morning, and her facial muscles become more fatigued as she uses them throughout the day. Bilateral ptosis of eyelids noted. Client has difficulty talking during the assessment, and states that her jaw muscles became fatigued when she tried to eat breakfast this morning. Bilateral hand grip and upper extremity strength within normal limits, bilateral lower extremity strength and range of motion within normal limits. Client is scheduled for an edrophonium (Tensilon) test today.
Question 3 of 5
Based on the information provided, the client is likely experiencing..... which is caused by.......
Correct Answer: A,B
Rationale: Myasthenia Gravis symptoms include facial muscle weakness and fatigue, caused by autoantibodies targeting acetylcholine receptors.
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Question 4 of 5
A nurse educator is providing an educational in-service about various neurological disorders. Which statement should be included when teaching about Guillain-Barre Syndrome?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Guillain-Barre Syndrome is an autoimmune condition affecting the peripheral nervous system.
Question 5 of 5
A client is scheduled for an adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH) stimulation test to help diagnose suspected Addison's disease. What should the nurse include when teaching the client about this test?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: ACTH is produced by the pituitary gland and stimulates the adrenal glands to produce cortisol. The ACTH stimulation test assesses how well the adrenal glands respond to ACTH, which is crucial for diagnosing conditions like Addison’s disease.