ATI RN
ATI Med Surg Exam Neuro Questions
Question 1 of 5
A nursing preceptor is reviewing life expectancy in the twentieth century with a new nurse. The nurse should recognize that which of the following was most responsible for the dramatic increase in life expectancy during the twentieth century.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Sanitation and other public health activities have had a significant impact on reducing mortality from infectious diseases, such as cholera, typhoid, and tuberculosis. These activities include providing safe water, improving hygiene, promoting vaccination, and controlling vector-borne diseases. Sanitation and public health measures are relatively low-cost, effective, and preventive strategies that can benefit large populations.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is using analytic epidemiology when conducting a research project on a comparison group. Which of the following research projects is the nurse most likely completing?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Identifying factors contributing to childhood obesity is an example of analytic epidemiology. Analytic epidemiology investigates the causes and associations of health events in populations, such as the risk factors, exposures, or interventions that affect health outcomes. Analytic epidemiology often uses comparison groups to test hypotheses and draw conclusions.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse wishes to develop cultural competence when caring for clients. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Considering how the nurse's own personal beliefs and decisions are reflective of their culture is the first step in developing cultural competence. The nurse should recognize that culture is not only about ethnicity, but also about age, gender, religion, education, socioeconomic status, and other factors. The nurse should also acknowledge that culture is dynamic and complex and that each person has a unique cultural identity.
Question 4 of 5
The facility education nurse is providing a group of new nurses education regarding weaponized biological threats. When discussing anthrax, which of the following should be included as portals of entry? SELECT ALL THAT APPLY
Correct Answer: A,C,E
Rationale: The integumentary system is a portal of entry for anthrax because the bacteria can enter through cuts or abrasions on the skin (cutaneous anthrax). The central nervous system is a portal of entry because the bacteria can spread to the brain and spinal cord (meningeal anthrax). The respiratory system is a portal of entry because the bacteria can be inhaled into the lungs (inhalation anthrax).
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client with a myocardial infarction. The client questions the need for cardiac rehabilitation since 'my heart is already damaged.' Which of the following is the appropriate nursing response?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Cardiac rehabilitation cannot undo the damage to your heart, but it can help you get back to your previous level of activity safely.' This statement is the appropriate nursing response. It acknowledges the client's condition and provides factual information about cardiac rehabilitation. It also emphasizes the positive outcomes of cardiac rehabilitation, such as improving physical function, reducing symptoms, and preventing further complications.