ATI RN
ATI Nursing 137 Exam 3 Fall 2023 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is providing health promotion teaching to a group of clients. The nurse should include in her teaching which of the following populations has a greater risk factor for osteoporosis.
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C: Postmenopausal Caucasian women. This population has a greater risk factor for osteoporosis due to hormonal changes during menopause, leading to decreased bone density. African Americans have a lower risk due to higher bone mineral density, Asian men are at risk but not as high as postmenopausal Caucasian women, and American Indians may have a moderate risk. Other choices may not have as significant hormone-related risk factors as postmenopausal Caucasian women.
Question 2 of 5
A client diagnosed with osteoporosis asks the nurse. "What is osteoporosis?" The nurse should provide which of the following explanations about osteoporosis?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A: It is loss of bone density.
Rationale:
1. Osteoporosis is characterized by a decrease in bone density, leading to weakened bones.
2. This loss of bone density increases the risk of fractures and bone breaks.
3. Other choices are incorrect:
- B: Osteoporosis is not about new bone growth; it is about the weakening of existing bone.
- C: Inadequate calcium intake can contribute to osteoporosis but is not the sole cause.
- D: While menopausal women are at higher risk, osteoporosis can affect men and women of all ages.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is assessing the male genital organ. The nurse recognizes that which of the following is an accessory glandular structure for the male genital organs?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C: Prostate. The prostate is an accessory glandular structure for the male genital organs as it secretes a milky fluid that contributes to semen. The other choices are incorrect because:
A) Vas deferens is a duct that carries sperm from the testes, not a glandular structure.
B) Scrotum is the sac that houses the testes but does not produce any secretions.
D) Testis is the primary male reproductive organ responsible for sperm production but is not an accessory glandular structure.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is performing a scrotal assessment on a male client. Which of the following findings of the scrotum should the nurse recognize as abnormal?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D: Presence of small, firm, non-tender, yellowish nodules. This finding is abnormal as it could indicate the presence of testicular cancer or other concerning conditions. Small, firm, non-tender nodules should raise suspicion and prompt further evaluation.
A: Asymmetry is normal in most males.
B: Marked tenderness could indicate inflammation or infection but is not necessarily abnormal.
C: Easy sliding of scrotal contents is a normal finding.
In summary, choice D is the correct answer due to the concerning nature of the nodules, while the other choices are either normal findings or not indicative of a serious issue.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is percussing a client's abdomen during a physical assessment. The nurse observes an area of dullness above the right costal margin of approximately 11 cm. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A: Recognizes this dullness as indicative of an enlarged liver and refers the client to a provider. This answer is correct because dullness above the right costal margin can indicate hepatomegaly (enlarged liver), which may be due to various conditions like liver disease or infection. Referring the client to a healthcare provider is essential for further evaluation and appropriate management.
Choice B is incorrect because simply documenting the presence of hepatomegaly without further action could delay necessary medical intervention.
Choice C is incorrect as asking about alcohol intake alone may not provide a comprehensive assessment of the client's condition.
Choice D is incorrect because dullness above the right costal margin is not a normal finding and should not be overlooked.