ATI RN
ATI Med Surg Exam Neuro Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A community health nurse is conducting an educational program on various environmental pollutants. The nurse should emphasize that clients who have which of the following disorders are especially vulnerable to ozone effects?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Asthma makes clients vulnerable to ozone effects, as ozone irritates the lungs, worsening asthma symptoms by causing inflammation and bronchoconstriction.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is educating a group of nursing students about client-focused community-based nursing. The nurse should recognize which of the following best describes client-focused community-based nursing.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A philosophy that guides family-centered illness care best describes client-focused community-based nursing, emphasizing individual and family needs.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has experienced a hemorrhagic stroke. Which intervention should the nurse prioritize when providing care to the client?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Monitoring vital signs and neurological status frequently is a priority to detect changes in the client's condition and guide treatment for a hemorrhagic stroke.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is monitoring a client who had a cerebral aneurysm rupture. Which of the following findings should the nurse identify as a manifestation of increased intracranial pressure?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Hypertension is a manifestation of increased intracranial pressure, as it reflects the body's attempt to maintain cerebral perfusion pressure, part of Cushing's triad.
Question 5 of 5
A client is brought to the Emergency Department as one of the first victims of a train accident. The client reports light-headedness, a weak pulse, and uncontrolled bleeding. Which priority tag should a triage nurse use to categorize this client?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A red tag is appropriate for a client with life-threatening injuries requiring immediate attention, such as uncontrolled bleeding and shock symptoms.