ATI LPN
Neurological Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
An appropriate outcome for expressive aphasia is?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Expressive aphasia clients use alternatives (C) like gestures.
Question 2 of 5
Admission VS: BP 128/68, pulse 110, RR 26. Most concerning VS 1 hr later?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Cushing’s triad in A (HTN, bradycardia, low RR) signals ICP rise.
Question 3 of 5
Subdural hematoma post-MVA. VS change indicating ICP increase?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Bradycardia (C) is part of Cushing’s triad (text note).
Question 4 of 5
The nurse admits a patient to the emergency department with new onset of slurred speech an right-sided weakness. What is the priority nursing action?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Time of onset (D) is critical for tPA eligibility in stroke (within 3-4.5 hours). Other choices are secondary in acute stroke management.
Question 5 of 5
Which pathology may result in acute kidney injury (AKI) from a prerenal etiology?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Prerenal AKI results from reduced perfusion (A), e.g., hypovolemia, unlike intrarenal (B) or postrenal (C) causes.