ATI RN
Questions to Ask About the Neurological System Questions
Question 1 of 5
Teaching patients about proper use of bisphosphonate medications for treatment of osteoporosis should include taking medication
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Bisphosphonates need to be taken on an empty stomach to improve absorption and avoid irritation.
Question 2 of 5
Following a closed reduction, a plaster-of-paris cast was applied to the left arm from the axilla to the wrist. To facilitate drying of the cast it would be most helpful to obtain Bob's cooperation in
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Exposing the cast to air allows for proper drying without risking overheating or damaging the cast.
Question 3 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 4 of 5
A client recovering from a fractured knee wants to know if there are any non-dairy sources of calcium that are absorbed well by the body. Which one of the following food items should the nurse suggest to enable the client to meet his daily calcium intake requirement?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Canned salmon with bones is an excellent non-dairy source of absorbable calcium.
Question 5 of 5
During the rehabilitation period, an assessment that may indicate development of septic shock is
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Cloudy urine can indicate infection leading to septic shock.