ATI RN
ATI Med Surg Exam Neuro Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse who works in health promotion and safety for an automotive plant is functioning in what role?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: An occupational health nurse is a nurse who works to protect and promote the health and safety of workers in various industries, such as manufacturing, mining, or construction. An occupational health nurse may provide services such as health assessment, injury prevention, emergency response, or wellness programs.
Question 2 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 3 of 5
An emergency room nurse is performing secondary triage on clients transported from the scene of a chemical spill. After caring for the clients, the EMS workers complained of nausea and dizziness. Which immediate interventions need to be taken by the triage nurse? SELECT ALL THAT APPLY
Correct Answer: B,E
Rationale: Evacuating the emergency department and sending the client and EMS crew to decontamination are immediate interventions to protect safety and remove chemical hazards.
Question 4 of 5
Discharge plans are being made for a 25-year-old hospitalized client diagnosed with multiple sclerosis. The client has significant muscle weakness in the lower extremities bilaterally. Which of the following facilities should the nurse expect this client to be discharged to?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A rehabilitation facility is suitable for a client with multiple sclerosis who has significant muscle weakness and needs to regain strength, mobility, and independence through intensive physical and occupational therapy.
Question 5 of 5
An occupational health nurse in the clinic of an industrial plant is developing a guidebook for clinic workers. Which of the following actions should the nurse include as a secondary prevention strategy?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Helping plant workers identify signs of carpal tunnel syndrome is a secondary prevention strategy, as it aims to detect and treat health problems early before they become more serious or chronic.