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ATI Pathophysiology Questions
Question 1 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 2 of 5
A 74-year-old woman states that many of her peers underwent hormone replacement therapy (HRT) in years past. The woman asks the nurse why her primary care provider has not yet proposed this treatment for her. What fact should underlie the nurse's response to the woman?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A because the main reason HRT is not recommended for all women is due to the increased risks of stroke and breast cancer associated with its use. Choices B, C, and D are incorrect as they do not address the primary concerns regarding HRT use. HRT can indeed cause mood disturbances and may have effects on bone health, but the main concerns regarding its use revolve around the risks of stroke and breast cancer.
Question 3 of 5
A male patient is receiving androgen therapy for the treatment of hypogonadism. What adverse effect should the nurse monitor for during this treatment?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Androgen therapy can cause liver dysfunction, so liver function tests should be monitored during treatment.
Question 4 of 5
A 55-year-old man presents with a history of fatigue, weight loss, and night sweats. He reports recent onset of a productive cough and hemoptysis. Which condition should the nurse suspect?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The symptoms of fatigue, weight loss, night sweats, and hemoptysis are characteristic of tuberculosis.
Question 5 of 5
A patient has been prescribed an estrogen-progestin oral contraceptive. The nurse should emphasize that the risk of thrombophlebitis is most likely in patients who:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Smoking is a significant risk factor for thrombophlebitis, particularly when combined with estrogen-progestin contraceptives.
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