ATI RN
ATI Med Surg Exam Neuro Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is providing education on epidemiology to a nursing student. Which of the following statements indicates the importance of epidemiology to the community health nurse? SELECT ALL THAT APPLY
Correct Answer: B,C,D,E
Rationale: Epidemiology relates to the health status of a population, analyzes root causes of health outcomes, evaluates the effectiveness of nursing interventions, and defines the burden of disease and determinants of health. These aspects help the community health nurse identify, monitor, and address health problems effectively.
Question 2 of 5
A client is brought to the Emergency Department as one of the first victims of a train accident. The client reports light-headedness, a weak pulse, and uncontrolled bleeding. Which priority tag should a triage nurse use to categorize this client?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A red tag is appropriate for a client with life-threatening injuries requiring immediate attention, such as uncontrolled bleeding and shock symptoms.
Question 3 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 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 delegating tasks to assistive personnel. Which of the following should the nurse consider when using one of the five rights of delegation?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The AP has the knowledge and skill to perform the task is one of the five rights of delegation. The nurse is responsible for assessing the AP's competence and readiness to perform the task, and providing appropriate training and feedback if needed.