ATI RN
ATI Nur 211 Med Surg Final Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A male client has active tuberculosis (TB). Which of the following symptoms will be exhibited?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Fatigue, night sweats, and hemoptysis are classic indicators of active tuberculosis.
Question 2 of 5
Which class of antihypertensive agents should be avoided by patients with asthma?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Beta-blockers can constrict airways, worsening asthma symptoms.
Question 3 of 5
A client is admitted to the hospital with a long history of hypertension. The nurse should assess the client for which identifiable cause of secondary hypertension?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Kidney disease is a common cause of secondary hypertension due to fluid retention or increased renin production.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is caring for an adolescent with a ruptured appendix. What assessment findings would support the diagnosis of peritonitis?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A hard, rigid abdomen indicates involuntary guarding due to peritoneal inflammation.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is assessing a patient prior to surgery for esophageal cancer. Which of the following would be considered a risk factor for the development of this disease?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: GERD is a significant risk factor for esophageal cancer, particularly adenocarcinoma.