ATI RN
Questions Neurological System Questions
Question 1 of 5
To plan effective care for patients diagnosed with somatic system disorders, the nurse should understand that patients have difficulty giving up the symptoms because the symptoms:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Step-by-step rationale: 1. Patients with somatic symptom disorders often experience health anxiety. 2. Symptoms provide a form of relief or distraction from this anxiety. 3. Understanding this helps nurses plan effective care by addressing underlying anxiety. 4. Option D is correct as it directly addresses the role of symptoms in providing relief. Summary: - Option A is incorrect because chronicity does not explain the reluctance to give up symptoms. - Option B is incorrect as having a physiological basis does not necessarily relate to difficulty giving up symptoms. - Option C is incorrect because symptoms in somatic system disorders are typically not voluntarily controlled.
Question 2 of 5
A patient reports sudden weakness on one side of their body. The nurse should:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Sudden weakness on one side of the body may indicate a neurological issue, such as a stroke. A focused neurologic assessment is essential. Oxygen saturation, skin color, and blood glucose levels are secondary considerations.
Question 3 of 5
When performing a neurologic assessment on an elderly patient, the nurse should be aware that:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Age-related changes, such as slower reflexes, altered gait, and memory decline, are common in elderly patients. Neurologic function may differ from younger individuals.
Question 4 of 5
When testing for motor function, the nurse should be aware of:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Motor function testing involves assessing symmetry and strength of muscle movements. Skin color, blood glucose levels, and heart rate are unrelated to motor function.
Question 5 of 5
Which is the smallest cranial nerve?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The trochlear nerve (IV) is the smallest cranial nerve. It innervates the superior oblique muscle, which helps control eye movement.