ATI RN
ATI Med Surg Exam Neuro Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is preparing for an initial home care visit for a client with diabetes. Which action by the nurse is appropriate? SELECT ALL THAT APPLY
Correct Answer: A,C,E
Rationale: Asking how they are managing at home, arranging mutual future visits, and sitting down to discuss with the client and family members are appropriate actions that show respect, collaboration, and facilitate communication and care planning.
Question 2 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.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has Parkinson's disease and is starting to display bradykinesia. Which of the following is an appropriate action by the nurse?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Giving the patient extra time to perform activities is appropriate, as bradykinesia causes slow and reduced movement, and allowing extra time respects the patient's autonomy and dignity.
Question 4 of 5
The facility education nurse is providing a group of new nurses education regarding weaponized biological threats. When discussing anthrax, which of the following should be included as portals of entry? SELECT ALL THAT APPLY
Correct Answer: A,C,E
Rationale: The integumentary system is a portal of entry for anthrax because the bacteria can enter through cuts or abrasions on the skin (cutaneous anthrax). The central nervous system is a portal of entry because the bacteria can spread to the brain and spinal cord (meningeal anthrax). The respiratory system is a portal of entry because the bacteria can be inhaled into the lungs (inhalation anthrax).
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has experienced a hemorrhagic stroke. Which intervention should the nurse prioritize when providing care to the client?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Monitoring vital signs and neurological status frequently is a priority to detect changes in the client's condition and guide treatment for a hemorrhagic stroke.