ATI LPN
Neurological Assessment Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
An infant (4.5 kg) is ordered penicillin 25,000 units/kg q8h. Amount per dose?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: 25,000 × 4.5 = 112,500 units (D).
Question 2 of 5
Rationale for elevating HOB, neutral head, no sharp flexion in head injury?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Positioning (B) maintains venous drainage, reducing ICP.
Question 3 of 5
Assessing TBI, nurse notes uncoordinated balance, unsteady gait. Document as?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Ataxia (B): gait/balance issues (text note).
Question 4 of 5
What are key roles for the RN in a code blue?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: RNs in a code blue typically administer meds (D) per ACLS protocols. Directing the code (B) is the physician’s role. Document notes adjustment to D, confirming its accuracy.
Question 5 of 5
Which chemical is directly associated with reduced urine volumes in the renin-angiotensin-aldosterone pathways during an acute kidney injury?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Aldosterone (B) promotes sodium and water reabsorption, reducing urine volume in AKI via RAAS activation.