ATI RN
ATI Pathophysiology Questions
Question 1 of 5
A male patient is being treated with testosterone gel for hypogonadism. What important instruction should the nurse provide?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Testosterone gel should be applied to the chest or upper arms and allowed to dry completely before dressing to avoid transfer to others.
Question 2 of 5
A male patient with benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) is prescribed tamsulosin (Flomax). What is the primary therapeutic effect of this medication?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Tamsulosin relaxes the muscles in the prostate and bladder neck, leading to improved urinary flow and reduced symptoms of BPH.
Question 3 of 5
In the ICU setting, a client transported from surgery following open heart bypass grafting will likely have his or her core temperature measured by:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: An esophageal thermometer is commonly used in ICU settings to accurately measure core body temperature, especially in post-surgical patients.
Question 4 of 5
A patient is starting on oral contraceptives. What should the nurse emphasize about the importance of taking the medication at the same time each day?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Taking oral contraceptives at the same time each day helps maintain stable hormone levels and ensures their effectiveness in preventing pregnancy.
Question 5 of 5
When the body produces antibodies against its own tissue, the condition is called
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: When the body produces antibodies against its own tissue, it is called autoimmunity.
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