MED SURG ATI CAPSTONE EXAM QUESTIONS WITH COMPLETE
SOLUTIONS GUARANTEED PASS BRAND NEW 2026
A nurse is assessing a client for changes in the level of consciousness
using the GCS. The client opens his eyes when spoken to, speaks
incoherently, and moves his extremities when pain is applied. Which of the
following GCS scores should the nurse document?
,A. E2 + V3 + M5 = 10
B. E3 + V4 + M4 = 11
C. E4 + V5 + M6 = 15
D. E2 + V2 + M4 = 8 - ANSWER>>>B
A nurse is developing a plan of care for a client who is scheduled for
cerebral angiography with contrast dye. Which of the following statements
by the client should the nurse report to the provider? (Select all that apply)
A. "I think I might be pregnant"
B. "I take warfarin"
C. "I take antihypertensive medication"
D. "I am allergic to shrimp"
E. "I ate a light breakfast this morning" - ANSWER>>>A, B, D, E
A nurse is providing education to a client who is to undergo an EEG the
next day. Which of the following information should the nurse include in the
teaching?
A. "Do not wash your hair the morning of the procedure"
B. "Try to stay awake most of the night prior to the procedure"
C. "The procedure will take approximately 15 minutes"
D. "You will need to lie flat for 4 hours after the procedure" - ANSWER>>>B
A nurse is assessing a client who reports severe headache and a stiff
neck.
The nurse's assessment reveals positive Kernig's and Brudzinski's signs.
Which of the following actions should the nurse perform first?
, A. Administer antibiotics
B. Implement droplet precautions
C. Initiate IV access
D. Decrease bright lights - ANSWER>>>B
A nurse is assessing for the presence of Brudzinski's sign in a client who
has suspected meningitis. Which of the following actions should the nurse
take when performing this technique? (Select all that apply)
A. Place client in supine position
B. Flex client's hip and knee
C. Place hands behind the client's neck
D. Bend client's head toward chest
E. Straighten the client's flexed leg at the knee - ANSWER>>>A, C, D
A nurse is planning care for a client who has meningitis and is at risk for
increased ICP. Which of the following actions should the nurse plan to
take? (Select all that apply)
A. Implement seizure precautions
B. Perform neurological checks 4x a day
C. Administer morphine for the report of neck and generalized pain
D. Turn off room lights and television
E. Monitor for impaired extraocular movements
F. Encourage the client to cough frequently - ANSWER>>>A, D, E
SOLUTIONS GUARANTEED PASS BRAND NEW 2026
A nurse is assessing a client for changes in the level of consciousness
using the GCS. The client opens his eyes when spoken to, speaks
incoherently, and moves his extremities when pain is applied. Which of the
following GCS scores should the nurse document?
,A. E2 + V3 + M5 = 10
B. E3 + V4 + M4 = 11
C. E4 + V5 + M6 = 15
D. E2 + V2 + M4 = 8 - ANSWER>>>B
A nurse is developing a plan of care for a client who is scheduled for
cerebral angiography with contrast dye. Which of the following statements
by the client should the nurse report to the provider? (Select all that apply)
A. "I think I might be pregnant"
B. "I take warfarin"
C. "I take antihypertensive medication"
D. "I am allergic to shrimp"
E. "I ate a light breakfast this morning" - ANSWER>>>A, B, D, E
A nurse is providing education to a client who is to undergo an EEG the
next day. Which of the following information should the nurse include in the
teaching?
A. "Do not wash your hair the morning of the procedure"
B. "Try to stay awake most of the night prior to the procedure"
C. "The procedure will take approximately 15 minutes"
D. "You will need to lie flat for 4 hours after the procedure" - ANSWER>>>B
A nurse is assessing a client who reports severe headache and a stiff
neck.
The nurse's assessment reveals positive Kernig's and Brudzinski's signs.
Which of the following actions should the nurse perform first?
, A. Administer antibiotics
B. Implement droplet precautions
C. Initiate IV access
D. Decrease bright lights - ANSWER>>>B
A nurse is assessing for the presence of Brudzinski's sign in a client who
has suspected meningitis. Which of the following actions should the nurse
take when performing this technique? (Select all that apply)
A. Place client in supine position
B. Flex client's hip and knee
C. Place hands behind the client's neck
D. Bend client's head toward chest
E. Straighten the client's flexed leg at the knee - ANSWER>>>A, C, D
A nurse is planning care for a client who has meningitis and is at risk for
increased ICP. Which of the following actions should the nurse plan to
take? (Select all that apply)
A. Implement seizure precautions
B. Perform neurological checks 4x a day
C. Administer morphine for the report of neck and generalized pain
D. Turn off room lights and television
E. Monitor for impaired extraocular movements
F. Encourage the client to cough frequently - ANSWER>>>A, D, E
