Adult Medical Surgical Proctored Exam 2019
A nurse is caring for a client who has atopic dermatitis and a prescription for triamcinolone ointment.
The nurse should assess the client to monitor for which of the following adverse effects?
Increased pigmentation
Topical glucocorticoid therapy can...
RN VATI Adult Medical Surgical Proctored
Exam 2019 Questions & Answers
RN VATI Adult Medical Surgical 2019
CLOSE
Questi on90 loade drati onals pr ovid e d
Question: 90 of 90
CORRECT
FLAG
Time Remaining: 00:38:42
• Pause Remaining: 00:05:00
PAUSE
A nurse is caring for a client who has atopic dermatitis and a prescription for triamcinolone
ointment. The nurse should assess the client to monitor for which of the following adverse
effects?
Increased pigmentation
Topical glucocorticoid therapy can cause the adverse effect of hypopigmentation.
Localized hair loss
Long-term glucocorticoid therapy can cause hypertrichosis, or excessive hair growth,
especially on the facial area.
Thinning of the skin
MY ANSWER
Thinning of the skin and delayed healing are adverse effects of topical glucocorticoid
preparations. The client should only apply the ointment to dry patches of the skin because
topical steroids can cause atrophy of the dermis and epidermis, which can result in
thinning of the skin.
Increased sensitivity to the sun
The nurse should instruct the client to avoid excessive sun exposure when taking topical
fluticasone; however, triamcinolone ointment does not cause photosensitivity.
•
Med C
, RN VATI Adult Medical Surgical 2019
CLOSE
Que stion89 loade dr ati onal s pr ovid e d
Question: 89 of 90
CORRECT
• Time Remaining: 00:37:45
FLAG
• Pause Remaining: 00:05:00
PAUSE
A nurse is assessing a client who has left-sided heart failure. Which of the following findings
should the nurse identify as a manifestation of left-sided heart failure?
Dependent edema
The nurse should identify that dependent edema is a manifestation of right-sided heart
failure due to right ventricular failure and fluid retention from pressure building up in the
venous system.
Jugular distention
The nurse should identify that jugular vein distention is a manifestation of right-sided heart
failure due to right ventricular failure and fluid retention from pressure building up in the
venous system.
Weight gain
The nurse should identify that weight gain is a manifestation of right-sided heart failure
due to right ventricular failure and fluid retention from pressure building up in the venous
system.
Frothy sputum
MY ANSWER
The nurse should identify that frothy sputum, dyspnea, and wheezing are manifestations of
left-sided heart failure. Treatment includes fluid restriction and diuretics to decrease
preload and reduce pulmonary congestion. Pink-tinged frothy sputum can be an early
indication of pulmonary edema and can be life-threatening. Therefore, the nurse should
notify the provider immediately.
•
RN VATI Adult Medical Surgical 2019
CLOSE
Que stion88 loade dr ati onal s pr ovid e d
Question: 88 of 90
CORRECT
Med C
, • Time Remaining: 00:37:30
• Pause Remaining: 00:05:00
PAUSE
FLAG
A nurse is caring for a client who is experiencing anxiety as well as numbness and tingling of the
lips and fingers. The client's ABGs are: pH 7.48, PCO2 30 mm Hg, HCO3- 24 mEq/L, PaO2 85 mm
Hg. Which of the following acid-base imbalances should the nurse identify that the client is
experiencing?
Respiratory alkalosis
MY ANSWER
This pH is alkaline (increased) and the PCO is decreased, representing alveolar
2
hyperventilation and resultant respiratory alkalosis.
Respiratory acidosis
This pH is alkaline (increased) and the PCO is decreased. A decreased pH and an increased
2
PCO indicate respiratory acidosis. 2
Metabolic alkalosis
This HCO 24 mEq/L is within the expected range of 21 to 28 mEq/L and the pH is alkaline
3-
(increased). An increased pH and HCO indicate metabolic alkalosis.
3-
Metabolic acidosis
This HCO 24 mEq/L is within the expected range of 21 to 28 mEq/L and the pH is alkaline
3-
(increased). A decreased pH and HCO indicate metabolic acidosis.
3-
•
RN VATI Adult Medical Surgical 2019
CLOSE
Que stion87 loade dr ati onal s pr ovid e d
Question: 87 of 90
CORRECT
• Time Remaining: 00:37:22
• Pause Remaining: 00:05:00
PAUSE
FLAG
A nurse is assessing a client who has Cushing's syndrome. Which of the following findings
should the nurse expect?
Vitiligo
Med C
, Vitiligo is the loss of pigment from areas of a client's skin, causing irregular, white patches.
Vitiligo is a manifestation of adrenal-gland hypofunction.
Osteoporosis
MY ANSWER
Osteoporosis is a common finding with Cushing's syndrome. Bones become thinner as a
result of mineral loss and nitrogen depletion, and the risk for fractures increases.
Myxedema
A client who has hypothyroidism can develop myxedema that causes mucinous cellular
edema around the eyes, across the upper back, and in the hands and feet.
Heat intolerance
A client who has hyperthyroidism can develop heat intolerance, along with an increase in
sweating.
•
RN VATI Adult Medical Surgical 2019
CLOSE
Que stion86 loade dr ati onal s pr ovid e d
Question: 86 of 90
CORRECT
• Time Remaining: 00:37:13
• Pause Remaining: 00:05:00
PAUSE
FLAG
A nurse is inspecting the skin of a client who has basal cell carcinoma. The nurse should identify
which of the following lesion characteristics on the client's skin?
A pearly, waxy nodule
MY ANSWER
A client who has basal cell carcinoma has a nodular lesion with well-defined borders and a
pearly or waxy appearance, resulting from overexposure to the sun, especially on the face,
head, and neck.
An irregular border on a variegated-colored lesion
Med C
The benefits of buying summaries with Stuvia:
Guaranteed quality through customer reviews
Stuvia customers have reviewed more than 700,000 summaries. This how you know that you are buying the best documents.
Quick and easy check-out
You can quickly pay through credit card or Stuvia-credit for the summaries. There is no membership needed.
Focus on what matters
Your fellow students write the study notes themselves, which is why the documents are always reliable and up-to-date. This ensures you quickly get to the core!
Frequently asked questions
What do I get when I buy this document?
You get a PDF, available immediately after your purchase. The purchased document is accessible anytime, anywhere and indefinitely through your profile.
Satisfaction guarantee: how does it work?
Our satisfaction guarantee ensures that you always find a study document that suits you well. You fill out a form, and our customer service team takes care of the rest.
Who am I buying these notes from?
Stuvia is a marketplace, so you are not buying this document from us, but from seller Gyanna. Stuvia facilitates payment to the seller.
Will I be stuck with a subscription?
No, you only buy these notes for $12.99. You're not tied to anything after your purchase.
