ATI RN
Questions to Ask About the Neurological System Questions
Question 1 of 5
A client recovering from a fractured knee wants to know if there are any non-dairy sources of calcium that are absorbed well by the body. Which one of the following food items should the nurse suggest to enable the client to meet his daily calcium intake requirement?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Canned salmon with bones is an excellent non-dairy source of absorbable calcium.
Question 2 of 5
Mr. Smith is soon to be discharged. This morning he is complaining of soreness and stiffness and wants to be fed his breakfast. The best initial nursing action at this time is to
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Encouraging self-care promotes independence and recovery.
Question 3 of 5
To assess for neurologic status in a patient with a fractured humerus, what should the nurse ask the patient to do?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: These movements test the function of nerves affected by humerus fractures.
Question 4 of 5
To prevent Mr. Smith from developing increased intracranial pressure, which nursing measure is INAPPROPRIATE?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Postural drainage and coughing can increase intracranial pressure and is thus inappropriate.
Question 5 of 5
During the acute phase of a stroke, the nurse assesses the patient's vital signs and neurologic status every 4 hours. What is a cardiovascular sign that the nurse would see as the body attempts to increase cerebral blood flow?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Hypertension is a compensatory mechanism to maintain cerebral perfusion pressure after a stroke