ATI RN
Questions to Ask About the Neurological System Questions
Question 1 of 5
A patient is started on alendronate (Fosamax) once weekly for the treatment of osteoporosis. The nurse determines that further instruction about the drug is needed when what is said by the patient?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Alendronate should be taken on an empty stomach.
Question 2 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 3 of 5
When preparing a patient for discharge following fixation of a mandibular fracture, the nurse determines that teaching has been successful when the patient says what?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Constipation can be managed with appropriate laxatives.
Question 4 of 5
To reduce the risk for falls in the patient with Parkinson's disease, what should the nurse teach the patient to do?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Rocking side to side helps initiate movement in Parkinson's disease
Question 5 of 5
During assessment of the patient with scleroderma, what should the nurse expect to find?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Skin thickening is characteristic of scleroderma.