ATI RN
ATI Advanced Med Surg Cohort 4 Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
While the nurse is transporting a patient on a stretcher to the radiology department, the patient begins having a tonic-clonic seizure. Which action should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Timing and documenting seizure details are critical for accurate assessment and management, ensuring patient safety without harmful interventions like restraint or airway insertion.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse at a community health clinic is caring for a client who reports a headache and stiff neck. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Neurological assessment is the priority to identify potential emergencies like meningitis, guiding further management.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is in a client's room when the client begins having a tonic-clonic seizure. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Turning the client's head to the side prevents aspiration by allowing secretions or vomitus to drain, prioritizing airway protection during a seizure.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is presenting discharge instructions to a client who has multiple sclerosis (MS). The client reports symptoms of diplopia, dysmetria, and sensory change. Which of the following nursing statements are appropriate?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Rest periods help manage fatigue, a common MS symptom, supporting energy conservation for clients with neurological symptoms.
Question 5 of 5
A patient with suspected meningitis is scheduled for a lumbar puncture. What action should the nurse take before the procedure?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Positioning the patient laterally facilitates lumbar puncture and minimizes complications like post-dural puncture headache.