ATI RN
ATI Med Surg Exam Neuro Questions
Extract:
Question 1 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 2 of 5
A nurse enters the room of a client and discovers the client with new right-sided weakness and slurred speech. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Calling for help is appropriate to initiate the emergency response and ensure prompt evaluation and treatment for suspected stroke.
Question 3 of 5
A registered nurse (RN) and an experienced licensed practical nurse (LPN) are caring for a group of clients. Which of the following tasks should the RN delegate to the LPN? SELECT ALL THAT APPLY
Correct Answer: B,D,E
Rationale: Administering a tap-water enema, catheterizing a client, and obtaining vital signs are standardized tasks within the LPN's scope of practice.
Question 4 of 5
A community health nurse is assigned to identify activities that are a part of the prevention/mitigation phase of the disaster management cycle. Which of the following activities should the nurse identify as being in the prevention/mitigation phase?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Assisting community members in developing a disaster plan is part of the prevention/mitigation phase, reducing the risk and impact of disasters.
Question 5 of 5
The hospital's Emergency Operations Committee is working on their disaster plan. In which components should nurses be included? SELECT ALL THAT APPLY
Correct Answer: A,B,C,D
Rationale: Nurses performing duties outside of their typical job description, a plan for comprehensive practice drills, identification of resources for food, water, and supplies, and an internal and external communication plan are all components that should include nurses to ensure effective disaster preparedness and response.