ATI LPN
Medical Surgical Nursing Neurological Disorders Questions
Question 1 of 5
A client receiving cyclosporine must be taught which of the following?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Cyclosporine’s main side effect is nephrotoxicity (text note). Dark urine and jaundice (B) indicate liver/kidney issues needing reporting.
Question 2 of 5
During shift report, a client with head injury has decorticate posturing. Which position will the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Decorticate: arms flexed, legs extended (typically figure 2, C assumed per context).
Question 3 of 5
A client receiving plasmapheresis has which possible complications? EXCEPT(SATA)
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Hypocalcemia (A) and allergic rash (D) are plasmapheresis risks.
Question 4 of 5
Which are characteristics of chronic kidney rejection?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Chronic rejection (B) progresses slowly, managed until dialysis needed.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse prepares stroke family materials. What’s least effective to reduce stroke risk?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Stress management (B) is less directly linked to stroke prevention.