ATI RN
ATI Med Surg Exam Neuro Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is using analytic epidemiology when conducting a research project on a comparison group. Which of the following research projects is the nurse most likely completing?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Identifying factors contributing to childhood obesity is an example of analytic epidemiology. Analytic epidemiology investigates the causes and associations of health events in populations, such as the risk factors, exposures, or interventions that affect health outcomes. Analytic epidemiology often uses comparison groups to test hypotheses and draw conclusions.
Question 2 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.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse in the emergency room is assessing a client who was brought in following a seizure. The nurse suspects the client may have meningococcal meningitis when assessment findings include nuchal rigidity and a petechial rash. After implementing droplet precautions, which of the following actions should the nurse initiate next?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Assessing the cranial nerves is the next priority, as it helps detect neurological deficits or complications early, guiding appropriate interventions for suspected meningococcal meningitis.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse provides education to a client who is newly diagnosed with multiple sclerosis (MS). Which client statements indicate the need for additional teaching? SELECT ALL THAT APPLY
Correct Answer: B,C
Rationale: The statements 'I should not exercise because this may trigger an exacerbation' and 'I should alternate the eye patch every other day to help with the double vision' indicate the need for additional teaching, as exercise is beneficial for MS and alternating eye patches is not the correct management for double vision.
Question 5 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.