ATI RN
physical assessment test bank Questions
Question 1 of 5
Which condition is caused by an insufficient production of intrinsic factor by gastric mucosa and vitamin B insufficiency?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Pernicious anemia is caused by a lack of intrinsic factor, leading to vitamin B12 deficiency.
Question 2 of 5
A 28-year-old patient comes to the office for evaluation of a rash. What is the most likely diagnosis?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The "Christmas tree" pattern and rapid eruption of lesions are characteristic of pityriasis rosea.
Question 3 of 5
During a routine skin examination, a patient presents with a new lesion that has irregular borders and varied pigmentation. What should be your next step based on your observations?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Irregular borders and varied pigmentation are concerning features for malignancy, so a biopsy is needed for confirmation.
Question 4 of 5
What anatomical structures can be visualized using a nasal speculum?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The nasal speculum allows for visualization of the lower and middle turbinates and the nasal septum.
Question 5 of 5
A 66-year-old man complains of nocturia (three to four times a night), hesitancy, and incomplete emptying of the bladder. Physical examination reveals an enlarged, nontender prostate, about 40 g in size without discrete nodules. Urinalysis reveals hematuria without leukocyte esterase. Upon further evaluation, the hematuria is attributed to his BPH. The patient declines surgical options at this time. Which of the following medications would be most appropriate?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Doxazosin is an alpha-blocker that improves symptoms of BPH by relaxing smooth muscles in the prostate.
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