ATI RN
ATI Med Surg Woolery Final Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who is 12 hours postoperative following a thyroidectomy. Which of the following findings is indicative of thyrotoxic crisis?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Hyperthermia is a key sign of thyrotoxic crisis due to the hypermetabolic state.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse in an eye clinic is obtaining a health history from a client who is being evaluated for suspected cataracts. The nurse understands that which of the following medications is associated with an increased risk of developing cataracts?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Long-term use of high doses of aspirin or other NSAIDs has been associated with cataract formation.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is reviewing the medical record of a client who has been on levothyroxine for several months. Which of the following findings indicates a therapeutic response to the medication?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Increased energy levels indicate that levothyroxine is effectively treating hypothyroidism symptoms.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is discussing the importance of following a low-sodium diet with a client who has heart failure. Which of the following food items would be appropriate for this patient to choose?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Baked turkey breast and spinach salad with olive oil are low-sodium options suitable for heart failure patients.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a diagnosis of myasthenia gravis. When creating the nutritional plan of care for the client, which of the following foods would be appropriate to include?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Macaroni and cheese is soft and requires less chewing, suitable for myasthenia gravis patients with jaw muscle fatigue.