ATI RN
ATI Med Surg Exam Neuro Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is determining if a homebound client is eligible for Meals-on-Wheels. Which of the following is the most important factor for the nurse to consider?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The client's ability to prepare meals is the most important factor, as Meals-on-Wheels serves clients unable to cook or shop due to physical, mental, or social limitations.
Question 2 of 5
A client is scheduled for a functional assessment using the Functional Independence Measure (FIM). The client asks the nurse, 'What is the purpose of the FIM?' Which nursing response is appropriate?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The FIM is a tool used to determine the client's maximum level of self-sufficiency by measuring assistance needed for activities of daily living.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse advises a client with osteoporosis to have three servings of milk or dairy products daily. Which of the following levels of prevention is being used by the nurse?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Advising a client with osteoporosis to have three servings of milk or dairy products daily is an example of primary prevention, as it aims to prevent further bone loss and fractures by increasing calcium intake.
Question 4 of 5
The community health nurse is making a list of needed supplies in the event of a bioterrorism attack. The nurse recognizes that community members exposed to anthrax will need access to which of the following medications?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Ciprofloxacin is an antibiotic effective against anthrax, recommended for post-exposure prophylaxis and treatment per CDC guidelines.
Question 5 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.