ATI RN
ATI Med Surg Exam Neuro Questions
Extract:
Question 1 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 2 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 3 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 4 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 5 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.