ATI RN
ATI Med Surg Exam Neuro Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who reports a severe headache and stiff neck. The nurse's assessment reveals positive Kernig's and Brudzinski's signs. Which of the following actions should the nurse perform first?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Implementing droplet precautions is the first priority to prevent the spread of suspected meningitis, which is transmitted by respiratory droplets.
Question 2 of 5
A nursing preceptor is reviewing life expectancy in the twentieth century with a new nurse. The nurse should recognize that which of the following was most responsible for the dramatic increase in life expectancy during the twentieth century.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Sanitation and other public health activities have had a significant impact on reducing mortality from infectious diseases, such as cholera, typhoid, and tuberculosis. These activities include providing safe water, improving hygiene, promoting vaccination, and controlling vector-borne diseases. Sanitation and public health measures are relatively low-cost, effective, and preventive strategies that can benefit large populations.
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 nurse has identified a community at risk for flooding. The nurse understands that educating the residents about evacuation routes and emergency shelters is an example of what level of the National Response Framework.
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Educating residents about evacuation routes and shelters is part of the preparedness phase, enhancing readiness for potential disasters.