ATI RN
ATI Nursing 1202 Med Surg Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 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 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for an older adult client who has rheumatoid arthritis (RA) and is taking aspirin 650 mg every 4 hours. Which of the following diagnostic tests should the nurse monitor to evaluate the effectiveness of this medication?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Erythrocyte sedimentation rate (ESR) is a marker for inflammation and can help assess the response to treatment in rheumatoid arthritis.
Question 3 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 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is experiencing anaphylactic shock in response to the administration of penicillin. Which of the following medications should the nurse administer first?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Epinephrine is the first-line treatment for anaphylactic shock and should be administered immediately to reverse severe allergic reactions.
Question 5 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.