ATI RN
ATI Nursing 1202 Med Surg Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is preparing a presentation at a community center about systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE). The nurse should plan to include which of the following findings as a manifestation of SLE?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A raised rash, such as a butterfly rash across the cheeks, is a classic manifestation of SLE.
Question 2 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 3 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 4 of 5
A staff nurse is teaching a client who has Addison's disease about the disease process. The client asks the nurse what causes Addison's disease. Which of the following responses should the nurse make?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Addison's disease is caused by the lack of production of aldosterone by the adrenal gland, leading to hormonal deficiencies.
Question 5 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.