ATI LPN
Medical Surgical Nursing Neurological Disorders Questions
Question 1 of 5
The nurse prepares stroke family materials. What’s least effective to reduce stroke risk?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Stress management (B) is less directly linked to stroke prevention.
Question 2 of 5
Post-craniotomy, what warrants surgeon notification?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Excessive drainage (C, assuming typo for 45 mL threshold) suggests bleeding.
Question 3 of 5
Client in barbiturate coma with gurgling ETT. First action before suctioning?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Hyperoxygenation (B) prevents hypoxia (text note).
Question 4 of 5
What is the preferred diet for a patient with cirrhosis with creased ammonia levels?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: High ammonia in cirrhosis requires a low-protein diet (C) to reduce ammonia production from protein metabolism.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who has syndrome of inappropriate antidiuretic hormone (SIADH). Which of the following findings should the nurse report to the provider?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Sodium 110 mEq/L (A) is severe hyponatremia in SIADH, requiring urgent reporting.