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ATI Nursing 1202 Med Surg Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who is admitted with hyperthyroidism. The client reports a weight loss of 5.4 kg (12 lb) in the last 2 months, increased appetite, increased perspiration, fatigue, menstrual irregularity, and restlessness. Which of the following actions should the nurse take to prevent a thyroid crisis?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Providing a quiet, low-stimulus environment helps reduce the risk of exacerbating hyperthyroid symptoms and preventing a crisis.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who has a suspected diagnosis of Guillain-Barré syndrome (GBS). Which of the following questions should the nurse ask the client?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Have you had a recent influenza infection?' is relevant as GBS can follow viral infections, including influenza.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has multiple sclerosis. Which of the following factors should the nurse anticipate have been identified as contributing to the development of multiple sclerosis?(Select All that Apply.)
Correct Answer: A,B,D
Rationale: Genetics, environmental factors, and autoimmune factors are significant contributors to multiple sclerosis.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is teaching a group of clients about osteoarthritis. Which of the following recommendations should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Maintaining a recommended body weight helps reduce stress on joints and manage symptoms.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse works at a clinic that offers free HIV tests to the community. Which of the following types of prevention is free HIV testing?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Secondary prevention involves early detection of disease; free HIV testing fits this category to help prevent complications that follow due to immunosuppression.