ATI LPN
ATI LPN Advanced Med Surg Exam I Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
Which signs may be positive in the patient with meningitis?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Kernig's and Brudzinski's signs indicate meningeal irritation, characteristic of meningitis.
Question 2 of 5
An elderly client presents to the emergency room with a family member. The family member reports that the elderly client has been vomiting and not eating or drinking for 2 days. This morning the elderly client became confused, which is new. The nurse knows the elderly client probably has which of the following?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Delirium is an acute, temporary confusion often caused by dehydration or illness, fitting the client's symptoms.
Question 3 of 5
What is the acronym for a temporary impairment of cerebral circulation that causes symptoms lasting minutes to hours but results in no permanent neurological changes?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: TIA (Transient Ischemic Attack) is a temporary disruption of cerebral blood flow with no permanent damage.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client following a complete spinal cord transection injury. The client's family asks the nurse what the term paraplegia means. Which of the following responses should the nurse make?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Paraplegia is the loss of motor and sensory function in the lower body and legs due to spinal cord injury.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is collecting data from a client who is taking warfarin and has an elevated PT/INR. Which of the following medications should the nurse anticipate administering?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Vitamin K reverses excessive anticoagulation caused by warfarin.