ATI RN
Questions to Ask About the Neurological System Questions
Question 1 of 5
A patient is admitted to a unit diagnosed with advanced ALS. Which is the priority intervention?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: In advanced ALS, communication can become severely impaired, so developing a method of communication is crucial.
Question 2 of 5
When obtaining a nursing history, which of the following represents a major complaint of a patient with osteoarthritis?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Grating sensation during hip motion is a common symptom of osteoarthritis.
Question 3 of 5
The nursing management of a client with Guillain-Barré syndrome who is immobile should concentrate on what aspects of care once the respiratory system has been managed?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Preventing skin breakdown is crucial for immobile clients.
Question 4 of 5
The patient is admitted to the emergency department having difficulty with respiratory, vasomotor, and cardiac function. Which portion of the brain is affected to cause these manifestations?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The medulla controls vital functions like respiration, vasomotor activity, and cardiac function.
Question 5 of 5
NMDA receptor antagonist is frequently used for a patient with AD who is experiencing decreased memory and cognition?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Memantine is an NMDA receptor antagonist used in AD