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ATI Nursing 1202 Med Surg Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is assessing four clients on a medical unit. The nurse should identify which of the following clients as exhibiting positive manifestations of hypercortisolism?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Moon face is a characteristic sign of Cushing's syndrome (hypercortisolism).
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is completing a physical assessment of a client who has early osteoarthritis. Which of the following manifestations should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Pain worsens with activity is a common symptom of osteoarthritis, as joint use tends to exacerbate pain.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is assessing clients in a health clinic for risk factors for contracting hepatitis. Which of the following clients is at risk for developing hepatitis C?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Having multiple tattoos can increase the risk for hepatitis C, especially if the tattoos were done with non-sterile equipment.
Question 4 of 5
Which of the following is a characteristic feature of Guillain-Barre syndrome?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Muscle weakness starting in the legs and spreading to the upper body is a hallmark sign of Guillain-Barre syndrome, often following an infectious illness.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who has systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE). Which of the following findings is the highest priority for the nurse to report to the provider?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Presence of peripheral edema could indicate renal involvement, which is a serious complication in SLE.