ATI RN CONCEPT-BASED ASSESSMENT LEVEL 3 STUDY GUIDE QUESTIONS & ANSWERS | LATEST
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orthostatic hypotension - (Correct Answer)-caused by DEHYDRATION from fluid loos and
electrolyte imbalance
gross motor skills - (Correct Answer)-physical abilities involving large body movements, such as
walking and jumping
-EX: 9 month-old infant SHOULD be able to sit UNSUPPORTED for up to 10 MIN
Biofeedback - (Correct Answer)-technique that uses audio and visual signals that allow client to
reduce muscle tension by gaining control over autonomic physiologic functions.
How should phenytoin be administered? Why? - (Correct Answer)--administered IV bolus at a
rate no greater than 50mg/min.
-to prevent HYPOTENSION and BRADYCARDIA
Manifestations of Parkinson's Disease - (Correct Answer)-tremor, rigidity, BRADYKINESIA,
postural instability, depression and other psychiatric changes, dementia, autonomic symptoms,
sleep disturbances
Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma - (Correct Answer)-spreads ERRATICALLY through the
LYMPHATIC SYSTEM to other organs. It also manifest in PAINLESS, swollen lymph nodes
found in the CERVICAL, AXILLLARY, INGUINAL, & FEMORAL areas.
Hodgkin's lymphoma - (Correct Answer)-spreads SYSTEMICALLY from one group of lymph
nodes to the next group of nodes.
Important teachings for client with new prescription of a DIAPHRAGM. - (Correct Answer)--
should remain in place for 6HR FOLLOWING INTERCOURSE
-should remove diaphragm NO MORE THAN 24HRS following intercourse
-insert diaphragm NO MORE THAN 6HR PRIOR to intercourse
-apply about 10ml (2tsp) of SPERMICIDE inside diaphragm prior to intercourse
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-replace every 2 yrs.
-client should be refitted if their weight FLUCTUATE BY 20%
-client should be refitted following a ABDOMINAL SURGERY, PELVIC SURGERY, & after
each pregnancy
A client with fibrocystic breast condition will... - (Correct Answer)-have BREAST PAIN and
tenderness as well ass LUMPS usually in the UPPER OUTER QUADRANT of the breast.
Expected findings of INTRADUCTAL PAPILLOMA BREAST disorder? - (Correct Answer)-
finding will include:
-mass in duct and NIPPLE DISCHARGE
Expected findings of DUCTAL EXTASIS BREAST DISORDER? - (Correct Answer)-Enlarged
axillary nodes and Nipple discharge.
Client with COPD will experience... - (Correct Answer)-DIGITAL CLUBBING, which
DECREASES arterial O2 levels.
tophi with chronic gout - (Correct Answer)-hard, painless nodule on first toe, collection of NA
urate crystals due to chronic gout, sometimes bursts with chalky discharge
Swan neck deformity - (Correct Answer)--hyperextension of PIP joint and flexion of DIP joint
-late manifestation of RHEUMATOID ARTHRITIS (RA)
scleroderma - (Correct Answer)-chronic progressive disease of the skin and internal organs with
hardening and shrinking of connective tissue
-EXPECT flexion or contracture of joints. (late manifestation)
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Preferred meal plan for a patient with DIVERTICULITIS - (Correct Answer)--advance to high-
fiber diet. Best source of fiber is a BANANA which yields 3.1g of FIBER.
Diverticulitis - (Correct Answer)-inflammation of the diverticula
What type of medication can increase a patient's risk for a stroke? - (Correct Answer)--oral
contraceptives B/C this will INCREASE the risk for developing a THROMBOEMBOLISM.
A client with HYPOPITUITARISM places the them at risk for developing what type of
condition? - (Correct Answer)--osteoporosis
How does light to moderate drinking, (150ml or 5oz of wine each day) affect the client's risk for
having a stroke? - (Correct Answer)-it doesn't increase, it actually DECREASES the risk for
stroke.
What is Ewing Sarcoma? What are expected manifestations of this disease? - (Correct Answer)--
rare malignant tumor arising in bone; most often occurring in children
-client will experience pain in the UPPER THIGH as well as LOCALIZED PAIN, SWELLING,
& PALPABLE MASS.
What are expected findings of Multiple Sclerosis (MS)? - (Correct Answer)--decrease visual
acuity, diplopia, changes in peripheral vision, & nystagmus (repeat of uncontrolled movements).
What are expected finding of Amyotrophic Later Sclerosis (ALS)? - (Correct Answer)--
fascifulcations of the face, twitching of the face or tongue.
What is Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS)? - (Correct Answer)-Also known an Lou Gherig's
disease, ALS is a motor neuron disease which can lead to paralysis.
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borderline personality disorder - (Correct Answer)-condition marked by extreme instability in
mood, identity, and impulse control.
-client's with this condition experience SUICIDAL IDEATION & SUBSTANCE ABUSE.
narcissistic personality disorder - (Correct Answer)-characterized by a grandiose sense of self-
importance, a preoccupation with fantasies of success or power, and a need for constant attention
or admiration or ARROGANCE
historonic personality disorder - (Correct Answer)-Impulsive attention seeking behavaior
paranoid personality disorder - (Correct Answer)-A personality disorder characterized by a
pervasive distrust and suspiciousness of the motives of others without sufficient basis
What are some complications of an infant born at or less than 32 weeks? - (Correct Answer)--
apnea
-nectrotizing enterocolitis (due to intestinal ischemia and immature immune system)
-hypoglycemia
-anemia
-polycythemia
-hypothermia
What teachings should the nurse include for a client that underwent a UTERINE ARTERY
EMBOLIZATION? - (Correct Answer)--client may experience flu-like symptoms for 7 days
after procedure (embolectomy syndrome)
-inform client that a CLOSURE DEVICE or INJECTION that blocks blood flow to the arteries
of the FIBROID TUMOR is used
-inform client that SEVERE CRAMPING may occur in the first 24hr after the procedure and can
last up to 2 weeks.
ALREADY GRADED A+ UPDATE 2025|2026!!
orthostatic hypotension - (Correct Answer)-caused by DEHYDRATION from fluid loos and
electrolyte imbalance
gross motor skills - (Correct Answer)-physical abilities involving large body movements, such as
walking and jumping
-EX: 9 month-old infant SHOULD be able to sit UNSUPPORTED for up to 10 MIN
Biofeedback - (Correct Answer)-technique that uses audio and visual signals that allow client to
reduce muscle tension by gaining control over autonomic physiologic functions.
How should phenytoin be administered? Why? - (Correct Answer)--administered IV bolus at a
rate no greater than 50mg/min.
-to prevent HYPOTENSION and BRADYCARDIA
Manifestations of Parkinson's Disease - (Correct Answer)-tremor, rigidity, BRADYKINESIA,
postural instability, depression and other psychiatric changes, dementia, autonomic symptoms,
sleep disturbances
Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma - (Correct Answer)-spreads ERRATICALLY through the
LYMPHATIC SYSTEM to other organs. It also manifest in PAINLESS, swollen lymph nodes
found in the CERVICAL, AXILLLARY, INGUINAL, & FEMORAL areas.
Hodgkin's lymphoma - (Correct Answer)-spreads SYSTEMICALLY from one group of lymph
nodes to the next group of nodes.
Important teachings for client with new prescription of a DIAPHRAGM. - (Correct Answer)--
should remain in place for 6HR FOLLOWING INTERCOURSE
-should remove diaphragm NO MORE THAN 24HRS following intercourse
-insert diaphragm NO MORE THAN 6HR PRIOR to intercourse
-apply about 10ml (2tsp) of SPERMICIDE inside diaphragm prior to intercourse
, 2
-replace every 2 yrs.
-client should be refitted if their weight FLUCTUATE BY 20%
-client should be refitted following a ABDOMINAL SURGERY, PELVIC SURGERY, & after
each pregnancy
A client with fibrocystic breast condition will... - (Correct Answer)-have BREAST PAIN and
tenderness as well ass LUMPS usually in the UPPER OUTER QUADRANT of the breast.
Expected findings of INTRADUCTAL PAPILLOMA BREAST disorder? - (Correct Answer)-
finding will include:
-mass in duct and NIPPLE DISCHARGE
Expected findings of DUCTAL EXTASIS BREAST DISORDER? - (Correct Answer)-Enlarged
axillary nodes and Nipple discharge.
Client with COPD will experience... - (Correct Answer)-DIGITAL CLUBBING, which
DECREASES arterial O2 levels.
tophi with chronic gout - (Correct Answer)-hard, painless nodule on first toe, collection of NA
urate crystals due to chronic gout, sometimes bursts with chalky discharge
Swan neck deformity - (Correct Answer)--hyperextension of PIP joint and flexion of DIP joint
-late manifestation of RHEUMATOID ARTHRITIS (RA)
scleroderma - (Correct Answer)-chronic progressive disease of the skin and internal organs with
hardening and shrinking of connective tissue
-EXPECT flexion or contracture of joints. (late manifestation)
, 3
Preferred meal plan for a patient with DIVERTICULITIS - (Correct Answer)--advance to high-
fiber diet. Best source of fiber is a BANANA which yields 3.1g of FIBER.
Diverticulitis - (Correct Answer)-inflammation of the diverticula
What type of medication can increase a patient's risk for a stroke? - (Correct Answer)--oral
contraceptives B/C this will INCREASE the risk for developing a THROMBOEMBOLISM.
A client with HYPOPITUITARISM places the them at risk for developing what type of
condition? - (Correct Answer)--osteoporosis
How does light to moderate drinking, (150ml or 5oz of wine each day) affect the client's risk for
having a stroke? - (Correct Answer)-it doesn't increase, it actually DECREASES the risk for
stroke.
What is Ewing Sarcoma? What are expected manifestations of this disease? - (Correct Answer)--
rare malignant tumor arising in bone; most often occurring in children
-client will experience pain in the UPPER THIGH as well as LOCALIZED PAIN, SWELLING,
& PALPABLE MASS.
What are expected findings of Multiple Sclerosis (MS)? - (Correct Answer)--decrease visual
acuity, diplopia, changes in peripheral vision, & nystagmus (repeat of uncontrolled movements).
What are expected finding of Amyotrophic Later Sclerosis (ALS)? - (Correct Answer)--
fascifulcations of the face, twitching of the face or tongue.
What is Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS)? - (Correct Answer)-Also known an Lou Gherig's
disease, ALS is a motor neuron disease which can lead to paralysis.
, 4
borderline personality disorder - (Correct Answer)-condition marked by extreme instability in
mood, identity, and impulse control.
-client's with this condition experience SUICIDAL IDEATION & SUBSTANCE ABUSE.
narcissistic personality disorder - (Correct Answer)-characterized by a grandiose sense of self-
importance, a preoccupation with fantasies of success or power, and a need for constant attention
or admiration or ARROGANCE
historonic personality disorder - (Correct Answer)-Impulsive attention seeking behavaior
paranoid personality disorder - (Correct Answer)-A personality disorder characterized by a
pervasive distrust and suspiciousness of the motives of others without sufficient basis
What are some complications of an infant born at or less than 32 weeks? - (Correct Answer)--
apnea
-nectrotizing enterocolitis (due to intestinal ischemia and immature immune system)
-hypoglycemia
-anemia
-polycythemia
-hypothermia
What teachings should the nurse include for a client that underwent a UTERINE ARTERY
EMBOLIZATION? - (Correct Answer)--client may experience flu-like symptoms for 7 days
after procedure (embolectomy syndrome)
-inform client that a CLOSURE DEVICE or INJECTION that blocks blood flow to the arteries
of the FIBROID TUMOR is used
-inform client that SEVERE CRAMPING may occur in the first 24hr after the procedure and can
last up to 2 weeks.
