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ATI Nsg 234 Med Surg Exam Neurologyendocrine And Sensory Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse in a clinic is reviewing the laboratory values of a client who has primary hypothyroidism. The nurse should anticipate an elevation of which of the following laboratory values?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: In primary hypothyroidism, the thyroid gland fails to produce sufficient hormones, which leads to an increase in thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH) as the pituitary gland tries to stimulate thyroid function. Elevated TSH is a common finding in primary hypothyroidism.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has had a spinal cord injury at the level of the T2-T3 vertebrae. When planning care, the nurse should anticipate which of the following types of disability?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A T2-T3 spinal cord injury can lead to loss of sensation and motor function below the level of injury, affecting the thoracic region and lower body.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is preparing information about eye health for a community health fair. Which of the following information related to risk factors for cataracts should the nurse include? SELECT ALL THAT APPLY.
Correct Answer: A,B,C,E
Rationale: Hypertension, family history, obesity, and increasing age are all risk factors for cataracts due to their effects on vascular health, genetic predisposition, metabolic changes, and natural aging processes. Wearing sunglasses is a preventive measure, not a risk factor.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client in an induced coma for increased intracranial pressure (ICP). What should the nurse assess next to determine this client's cerebral function?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Assessing pupillary size and reaction provides critical information on brainstem function and can indicate changes in ICP. Changes in pupil size and reaction can signify worsening cerebral function or brain herniation.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is performing an otoscopic examination on a client with mastoiditis. On examination of the tympanic membrane, which finding should the nurse expect to observe?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Mastoiditis often results in inflammation and infection that extend to the middle ear, causing the tympanic membrane to appear red, dull, thickened, and immobile upon examination.