ATI LPN
Medical Surgical Neurology Questions
Question 1 of 5
A client on 1100 mL daily fluid restriction consumed 4 oz coffee (breakfast/lunch), 4 oz apple juice, 50 mL x4 meds, 6 oz broth, 4 oz ginger ale (7am-7pm). How many mL can they consume 7pm-7am?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Total consumed: (4+4+4+6+4) × 30 mL/oz + 50×4 = 780 + 200 = 980 mL. 1100 - 980 = 120 mL. Closest: 240 (C), assuming typo in options.
Question 2 of 5
Which risk factors for stroke are important for community education? EXCEPT (SATA)
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Modifiable risks: OCPs (B), sedentary lifestyle (C), HTN (E); hair dye irrelevant.
Question 3 of 5
A client had a TIA leading to stroke. What’s the purpose of carotid endarterectomy/angioplasty?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: These procedures (B) prevent strokes by relieving stenosis.
Question 4 of 5
A client post-hemorrhagic stroke has BP 90/50. Priority action?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Hypotension (C) needs immediate provider attention.
Question 5 of 5
Second ischemic stroke, symptoms 4 hr ago. What contraindicates IV alteplase? (SATA)
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Warfarin (A) increases bleeding risk; 4 hr within window but INR matters.