ATI RN
ATI Medical Surgical 2 Final Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The part of the female reproductive cycle that begins at the end of menses and ends at ovulation is:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The follicular phase begins at the end of menses and ends at ovulation, during which follicles mature. Menopause is cessation of menstruation, menarche is its onset, and the luteal phase follows ovulation.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse in a clinic is caring for a client who is postmenopausal and has risk factors for osteoporosis. The nurse anticipates the client will be prescribed which of the following medications?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Raloxifene hydrochloride, a selective estrogen receptor modulator, is used to prevent and treat osteoporosis in postmenopausal women by preventing bone loss and reducing fracture risk. Levothyroxine treats hypothyroidism, escitalopram treats depression, and calcitonin is not typically first-line for osteoporosis.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is providing teaching about dietary supplements to a client who has erectile dysfunction and has been prescribed nitroglycerin. Which of the following statements is the most important for the nurse to include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Dietary supplements, like those for erectile dysfunction, can interact with nitroglycerin, causing severe hypotension, making this the most critical teaching point.
Question 4 of 5
A client with a history of ovarian cysts is seen by the primary health care provider (PHCP). The client has had 2 previous surgeries related to this condition. Her PHCP recommends an exploratory laparoscopic procedure for the current ovarian cyst, which has persisted for several months. The client states that the prior ovarian cysts were benign and questions the need for this procedure. Which response is best for the nurse to provide?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: This response validates the client's feelings and opens a dialogue for further discussion, allowing the client to express her concerns and receive appropriate information and support. The other options either cause unnecessary fear, dismiss the client's concerns, or fail to encourage open discussion.
Question 5 of 5
During an outpatient well visit with a patient who has sickle cell anemia, you make it PRIORITY to assess the patient's?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Vaccination history is critical for sickle cell anemia patients due to increased infection risk, particularly from encapsulated bacteria, making it the priority assessment.