ATI RN
ATI Nur 211 Med Surg Final Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The following are lipid abnormalities. Which of the following is a risk factor for the development of atherosclerosis and peripheral vascular disease (PVD)?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: High levels of LDL cholesterol contribute to plaque buildup in arteries, increasing the risk of atherosclerosis and PVD.
Question 2 of 5
Which is a long-term complication of diabetes mellitus?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Diabetic neuropathy is a well-known long-term complication of diabetes mellitus resulting from nerve damage.
Question 3 of 5
A male client has active tuberculosis (TB). Which of the following symptoms will be exhibited?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Fatigue, night sweats, and hemoptysis are classic indicators of active tuberculosis.
Question 4 of 5
A student nurse asks what 'primary hypertension' is. What response by the registered nurse is best?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Primary hypertension, also known as essential hypertension, is characterized by high blood pressure that does not have a known secondary cause.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is admitting a client who has suspected retinal detachment. Which of the following questions should the nurse include when gathering a client history? (Select All that Apply.)
Correct Answer: A,B,E
Rationale: Trauma, heavy lifting, and steroid use are risk factors for retinal detachment.