ATI RN
ATI Med Surg Health Assesment Quiz Questions
Extract:
Question 1 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 2 of 5
The nurse is doing a focus assessment on a 25-year-old college student who presented to the clinic secondary to fever and lethargy. When recording the findings of the lymph glands, a nurse should note all except:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Color is not typically assessed for lymph nodes, as they are internal and not visible without invasive procedures; size, consistency, and shape are key.
Question 3 of 5
A client describes a 3-week history of hoarseness. The client also reports feeling fatigue and noticeable weight gain over the past month. Which cause should the nurse consider as most likely?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Hypothyroidism commonly causes hoarseness, fatigue, and weight gain due to decreased thyroid hormone production affecting metabolism and tissue function.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who has hypothyroidism. The nurse should expect which of the following findings?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Weight gain is a hallmark symptom of hypothyroidism. It occurs due to a slowing down of the metabolic rate, leading to reduced calorie expenditure and potential fluid retention.
Question 5 of 5
After completing an integument physical examination, the nurse is documenting information concerning observed lesions. What characteristics will the nurse include in this documentation? (Select all that apply.)
Correct Answer: A,B,C,D,E
Rationale: All listed characteristics are essential for comprehensive documentation of lesions, providing critical information for diagnosis and monitoring.