ATI RN
ATI Nursing 1202 Med Surg Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 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.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is HIV positive and is one day postoperative following an appendectomy. The nurse should wear a gown as personal protective equipment when taking which of the following actions?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Completing a dressing change involves exposure to potentially infectious materials, necessitating the use of a gown.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who has hypothyroidism. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Lethargy is a common symptom of hypothyroidism due to decreased metabolism.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who has thyrotoxicosis after taking too high of a level of levothyroxine. Which of the following manifestations should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Heat intolerance is a common symptom due to increased metabolism.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is teaching a client who has hepatitis A. Which of the following information should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Manifestations of hepatitis A include flu-like symptoms such as fatigue, nausea, and fever.