ATI LPN
ATI LPN Advanced Med Surg Exam I Questions
Extract:
Question 1 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 2 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.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is visiting a patient who performs peritoneal dialysis at home. The nurse is evaluating the patient's technique. Which finding requires additional teaching?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Using clean technique when instilling the dialysate is incorrect. Peritoneal dialysis requires sterile technique to prevent infection.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client experiencing a tonic-clonic seizure. What is the nursing priority in caring for this client?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Preventing airway occlusion or aspiration is the priority during a tonic-clonic seizure.
Question 5 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.