ATI RN
ATI Med Surg Adult Care 2 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
When considering the client with a neurocognitive deficit, the nurse understands that which of the following are excitatory neurotransmitters?
Correct Answer: B,C
Rationale: Norepinephrine and Dopamine are excitatory neurotransmitters that increase arousal, alertness, attention, motivation, reward, and movement.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is providing education to a group of older adults about the risk of stroke. Which selections made by the group indicate an understanding of the teaching? Select All that Apply
Correct Answer: A,E
Rationale: Recognizing stroke symptoms (face, arm, speech changes) and lifestyle modifications (low sodium, limited alcohol, regular exercise) are correct stroke prevention strategies.
Question 3 of 5
When caring for the client with Alzheimer's disease, which of the following are appropriate items to include in the client's room?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Clocks, calendar, family photos are appropriate items to include in the room of a client with Alzheimer's disease. They can help the client maintain orientation to time, place, and person, and provide comfort and familiarity.
Question 4 of 5
A student nurse is caring for a client with acute hemorrhagic stroke who was admitted 1 day ago. Which is the priority assessment finding for the student to report to the primary nurse?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: difficulty speaking is the priority assessment finding because it indicates a worsening of the client's neurological status and a possible increase in intracranial pressure.
Question 5 of 5
After explaining the procedure for an electroencephalograph, which of the following statements by the client indicates teaching was not effective?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: There is no risk of electric shock during an electroencephalograph. The electrodes only record the brain waves, they do not send any current to the brain.