ATI RN
RN ATI Medsurg Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is reviewing the laboratory results for four clients. The nurse should recognize which of the following clients has a manifestation of hypoparathyroidism?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Elevated phosphate levels result from low parathyroid hormone in hypoparathyroidism, which reduces phosphate excretion.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is reviewing the laboratory results for four clients. The nurse should recognize which of the following clients has a manifestation of hypoparathyroidism?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Elevated phosphate levels result from low parathyroid hormone in hypoparathyroidism, which reduces phosphate excretion.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is assessing an older patient with type 2 diabetes mellitus. What age-related endocrine change should the nurse expect in this patient?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Aging reduces insulin sensitivity, contributing to insulin resistance in type 2 diabetes.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is reviewing guidelines to prevent DKA during periods of illness with a client who has type 1 diabetes mellitus. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Checking for ketones when blood glucose exceeds 240 mg/dL helps detect early DKA during illness, allowing timely intervention.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is assessing a patient with Cushing syndrome. Which finding should the nurse report for immediate follow-up?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Severe hypokalemia (2.5 mEq/L) and hypertension (150/90 mmHg) in Cushing syndrome indicate a critical electrolyte imbalance, risking cardiac complications.