ATI RN
ATI Nursing 1202 Med Surg Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is providing teaching to a client about hypothyroidism. Which of the following potentially fatal conditions associated with hypothyroidism will the nurse include?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Myxedema coma is a severe, life-threatening condition that can occur due to untreated hypothyroidism and requires immediate medical attention.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is setting goals for a client who has AIDS and is at the end of life. Which of the following are realistic goals?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Receiving medication to minimize episodes of breakthrough pain is a realistic and important goal for comfort.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who is admitted for elective surgery and has a history of Addison's disease. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Hyperpigmentation is a classic sign of Addison's disease due to increased ACTH levels.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is educating a client who has HIV about the infection process. Which of the following features of the virus should the nurse explain can result in opportunistic infection?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The ability to target and destroy CD4 lymphocytes is crucial, as it weakens the immune system and leads to opportunistic infections.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse suspects a client who has myasthenia gravis is experiencing a myasthenic crisis. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Preparing the client for mechanical ventilation may be necessary due to respiratory muscle weakness and potential respiratory failure.