ATI LPN
Medical-Surgical Nursing Neurological System Questions
Question 1 of 5
When leg muscles respond to a stimulus by moving the foot, the response depends most directly on the functioning of
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Nerves transmit signals for muscle movement. Others are unrelated to motor response. [Level: Knowledge]
Question 2 of 5
A client returns to unit following a craniotomy for removal of brain tumor and is obtunded but arouses to painful stimuli. Which assessment is most important for the nurse to obtain?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Obtunded state post-craniotomy suggests possible increased ICP; BP/pulse trends indicate stability or deterioration. Others are secondary. [Level: Analysis]
Question 3 of 5
Magnesium hydroxide, 1.5 ounces P.O is prescribed for a client complaining of heartburn. After taking the prescribed dose 3 times today, how many mL of magnesium hydroxide has the client ingested?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: 1.5 oz = 44.36 mL (1 oz ≈ 29.57 mL); 3 doses = 44.36 × 3 = 133.08 mL. [Level: Application]
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is conducting discharge teaching for a male client with a prescription for magnesium hydroxide 15 mL one time per day. His home medication cup is ounces. How many ounces should he take each dose?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: 15 mL ≈ 0.5 oz (1 oz = 29.57 mL). [Level: Application]
Question 5 of 5
A client has a prescription for a viscous compound containing lidocaine HCL and diphenhydramine to relieve the discomfort of mucositis caused by radiation therapy. Which instructions should the nurse provide the client about administration of this prescription?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Mucositis affects oral mucosa; swishing numbs sores, swallowing is safe for this mix. Others are for external wounds. [Level: Application]