ATI LPN
Medical Surgical Neurology Questions
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is preparing to insert an indwelling catheter for a male client who has diabetes and a semirigid penile implant. After placing the sterile drapes and prepping the meatus, the nurse notes that the client’s penis is erect. Which action should the nurse implement?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Semirigid implants can often be deflated; asking the client facilitates safe catheter insertion. C risks trauma, D delays unnecessarily. [Level: Application]
Question 2 of 5
A patient with carotid atherosclerosis asks the nurse to describe a carotid endarterectomy. Which response by the nurse is accurate?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Endarterectomy removes plaque from the carotid artery. A is bypass, C is thrombectomy, D is angioplasty. [Level: Comprehension]
Question 3 of 5
Which stroke risk factor for a 48-yr-old male patient in the clinic is most important for the nurse to address?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Hypertension (170/94) is a major modifiable stroke risk. A/D contribute, B is neutral or protective. [Level: Analysis]
Question 4 of 5
Which food items would be included in the diet plan for a patient being discharged from the hospital after recovering from a stroke? SELECT ONE THAT APPLY
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Vegetable soup is low-fat, heart-healthy post-stroke. A/B/C are high in sodium/fat. [Level: Application]
Question 5 of 5
The fatty substance that insulates and speeds up the conduction of nerve impulses along the axon is called:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Myelin insulates axons and speeds conduction via saltatory conduction. Others are unrelated. [Level: Knowledge]