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ATI Nursing 1202 Med Surg Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
When caring for a patient with Guillain-Barré Syndrome, which of the following is the most critical assessment the nurse should prioritize?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Assessing respiratory function is critical as respiratory muscle involvement can lead to respiratory failure.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a suspected diagnosis of myasthenia gravis. The provider prescribes a Tensilon test. Which of the following findings indicates a positive test?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Muscle contractions becoming progressively stronger after administration of Tensilon indicates a positive test for myasthenia gravis.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has Cushing's syndrome. The nurse should recognize that which of the following are manifestations of Cushing's syndrome? (Select all that apply.)
Correct Answer: B,C,D,E
Rationale: Moon face, purple striations, buffalo hump, and hypertension are characteristic manifestations of Cushing's syndrome due to cortisol excess.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is assessing clients in a health clinic for risk factors for contracting hepatitis. Which of the following clients is at risk for developing hepatitis C?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Having multiple tattoos can increase the risk for hepatitis C, especially if the tattoos were done with non-sterile equipment.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is 1 day postoperative following a thyroidectomy and reports severe muscle spasms of the lower extremities. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Verifying the most recent calcium level is essential, as spasms may indicate hypocalcemia due to potential parathyroid damage.