ATI LPN
ATI LPN Advanced Med Surg Exam I Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
What infection control precaution is a client diagnosed with bacterial meningitis instituted?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Droplet isolation is required for bacterial meningitis, transmitted via respiratory droplets.
Question 2 of 5
A patient is distressed to learn that a sibling is diagnosed with both neurologic and cognitive manifestations of Huntington disease. When the patient asks the nurse how to determine the incidence of the disease, which answer is most appropriate?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Huntington disease is autosomal dominant, meaning all family members have a 50% risk of inheriting it.
Question 3 of 5
What is considered a mild brain injury, unless the injury occurs repeatedly?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A concussion is a mild traumatic brain injury but can lead to serious issues if repeated.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is providing care for a patient diagnosed with a stroke resulting in language disorder. Which type of disorder does the nurse recognize if the patient raises an arm in response to the nurse's direction to stick out his tongue?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Receptive aphasia causes difficulty understanding language, leading to inappropriate responses.
Question 5 of 5
What are the initial symptoms of ICP (increased intracranial pressure)?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Restlessness, irritability, and decreased LOC are early signs of increased intracranial pressure.