ATI LPN
Neurology Exam Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
Which of the following divisions is NOT a part of the peripheral nervous system?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Brainstem is CNS; others are PNS components. [Level: Knowledge]
Question 2 of 5
A client with acute myelogenic leukemia (AML) is admitted to chemotherapy (CT) using cytarabine and the antitumor daunorubion. Which measures are most important for the nurse to implement during the induction stage of chemotherapy?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Induction chemo causes immunosuppression; infection/bleeding risks are highest priority. Others are unrelated or later. [Level: Analysis]
Question 3 of 5
The nurse review lab values of a female client with metastatic breast cancer and notes that the client’s serum calcium level is 14 mg/dL. The client is weak, fatigued, and depressed. New prescriptions include increasing the rate of intravenous fluids. Which action should the nurse take first?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Hypercalcemia (14 mg/dL, normal 8.5-10.2) requires urgent IV fluids to dilute calcium and prevent arrhythmia. Others follow. [Level: Analysis]
Question 4 of 5
A female client returns to the clinic after being treated for chlamydia with azithromycin IM and reports that she still has symptoms. The healthcare provider obtains a swab of the discharge from the cervix for testing chlamydia. The client reports maintaining a monogamous relationship when laboratory results are positive for sexually transmitted infection. Which information should the nurse obtain to evaluate the ineffective results of treatment?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Persistent chlamydia suggests reinfection; untreated partners are a common cause. B assumes IM single-dose compliance, C/D follow. [Level: Application]
Question 5 of 5
What topic should the nurse anticipate teaching a patient who had a brief episode of tinnitus, diplopia, and dysarthria with no residual effects?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Symptoms suggest TIA; aspirin prevents recurrence. Others are for different conditions. [Level: Application]