ATI LPN
Neurology Exam Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
A client with acute myelogenic leukemia (AML) is admitted to chemotherapy (CT) using cytarabine and the antitumor daunorubion. Which measures are most important for the nurse to implement during the induction stage of chemotherapy?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Induction chemo causes immunosuppression; infection/bleeding risks are highest priority. Others are unrelated or later. [Level: Analysis]
Question 2 of 5
A female client returns to the clinic after being treated for chlamydia with azithromycin IM and reports that she still has symptoms. The healthcare provider obtains a swab of the discharge from the cervix for testing chlamydia. The client reports maintaining a monogamous relationship when laboratory results are positive for sexually transmitted infection. Which information should the nurse obtain to evaluate the ineffective results of treatment?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Persistent chlamydia suggests reinfection; untreated partners are a common cause. B assumes IM single-dose compliance, C/D follow. [Level: Application]
Question 3 of 5
What topic should the nurse anticipate teaching a patient who had a brief episode of tinnitus, diplopia, and dysarthria with no residual effects?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Symptoms suggest TIA; aspirin prevents recurrence. Others are for different conditions. [Level: Application]
Question 4 of 5
A 70-yr-old female patient with left-sided hemiparesis arrives by ambulance to the emergency department. Which action should the nurse take first?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Airway/breathing (respiratory effort) is the priority per ABCs in acute stroke. CT (D) follows stabilization. [Level: Analysis]
Question 5 of 5
A RN is admitting a pt with a thrombotic stroke. The pt is NPO BUT requesting a drink of water. Which response by the RN is appropriate?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Stroke risks dysphagia; swallow assessment prevents aspiration. A risks harm, B/C are partial truths. [Level: Application]