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ATI Med Surg Health Assesment Quiz Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
At which location would a nurse palpate a client's occipital lymph nodes?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Occipital lymph nodes are located at the posterior base of the skull, near the nape of the neck, draining the scalp.
Question 2 of 5
In which disease process should a nurse expect to see a client with the presence of pitting edema?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Pitting edema is commonly seen in liver disease, especially in conditions like cirrhosis. Liver disease can lead to hypoalbuminemia, where low levels of albumin in the blood cause fluid to leak into the interstitial spaces, resulting in edema. Additionally, liver disease often leads to portal hypertension, which can also contribute to the development of edema.
Question 3 of 5
A 22-year-old female client with a history of Anorexia and Bulimia Nervosa is prescribed serial weight measurements every day. What actions will the nurse take when conducting these serial weights? (Select all that apply.)
Correct Answer: B,C,D
Rationale: Consistency in clothing, timing, and scale use ensures accurate serial weight measurements, minimizing variations unrelated to body weight.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is preparing to assess a client's near vision. The nurse would use which piece of equipment for the assessment?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A magazine or similar reading material is used to assess near vision by having the client read text at a close distance.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse assesses an older adult client who lives alone and is unable to drive a vehicle. Which of the following assessment areas of the nutritional history will most likely impact the client's nutritional status?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Accessibility to food sources is critical for an older adult who cannot drive, directly impacting their ability to maintain adequate nutrition.