ATI RN
ATI Advanced Med Surg Cohort 4 Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse identifies a patient with type 1 diabetes and a history of herpes simplex infection as being at risk for Bell's palsy. Which information should the nurse include in teaching the patient?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Pain or herpes lesions near the ear may indicate impending Bell's palsy due to herpes simplex virus reactivation, necessitating prompt medical evaluation.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has a traumatic brain injury. Which of the following findings should the nurse identify as an indication of increased intracranial pressure (ICP)?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Restlessness is an early sign of increased ICP due to cerebral discomfort or agitation.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client 4 hours following evacuation of a subdural hematoma. Which of the following assessments is the nurse's priority?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Respiratory status is the priority post-surgery due to risks of compromised airway or ventilation from altered consciousness or complications.
Question 4 of 5
A patient is being evaluated for a possible spinal cord tumor. Which finding should the nurse recognize as requiring the most immediate action?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: New-onset leg weakness suggests spinal cord compression, requiring urgent intervention to prevent permanent neurological damage.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is scheduled to have a magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scan. The client asks the nurse what to expect during the procedure. Which of the following statements should the nurse make?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: MRI scanners are noisy, and earplugs are provided to reduce discomfort, accurately informing the client about the procedure.