ATI RN
ATI Pediatrics Exam 1 Questions
Extract:
A client with a new diagnosis of trigeminal neuralgia.
Question 1 of 5
A client with a new diagnosis of trigeminal neuralgia is receiving education to prevent triggering an acute onset. Which of the following will the nurse include in teaching?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A soft bristle toothbrush and warmed mouthwash reduce nerve irritation, preventing trigeminal neuralgia flare-ups. Cold foods, massage, or heat/cold are not standard preventive measures.
Extract:
A client receiving treatment for a spinal cord injury with a halo fixation device.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is teaching the family of a client who is receiving treatment for a spinal cord injury with a halo fixation device. Which of the following statements should the nurse make?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The halo fixation device immobilizes the cervical spine to aid healing and prevent further injury. Allowing neck movement, using talcum powder, or turning screws by family are incorrect and unsafe.
Extract:
A client with a spinal cord injury.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse prepares to bathe a client with a spinal cord injury. Which of the following is the best first action?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Gathering supplies and additional staff ensures safety and efficiency during bathing, a complex task for a client with a spinal cord injury. Unscrewing pins, sitting the client, or removing straps are unsafe initial actions.
Extract:
A client with a diagnosis of trigeminal neuralgia.
Question 4 of 5
A client with a diagnosis of trigeminal neuralgia reports which of the following manifestations as significantly affecting her quality of life?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Pain is the hallmark of trigeminal neuralgia, severely impacting quality of life due to its sudden, intense nature. Lethargy, social withdrawal, and poor hygiene may result from pain but are not primary manifestations.
Extract:
A client with upper motor neuron deficit related to a spinal cord injury.
Question 5 of 5
Which of the following manifestations can the nurse expect in a client with upper motor neuron deficit related to a spinal cord injury?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Spasticity and involuntary voiding are common in upper motor neuron deficits due to loss of inhibitory control over reflexes. Leakage and anuria are not typical, and flaccid bladder is associated with lower motor neuron deficits.