NCLEX-PN
NCLEX Questions on Neurological Disorders Quizlet Questions
Question 1 of 5
The client is admitted with a diagnosis of trigeminal neuralgia. Which assessment data would the nurse expect to find in this client?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Trigeminal neuralgia causes sudden, severe, unilateral facial pain (
C) due to irritation of the trigeminal nerve. Joint pain (
A) is unrelated, teeth grinding (
B) is bruxism, and calcium loss (
D) is not a feature.
Question 2 of 5
Which teaching topics should the nurse cover before discharge? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,D,E,F
Rationale: Warfarin requires dietary consistency, instructions on missed doses, monitoring for bleeding (bruising/blood in urine), and frequent INR checks.
Question 3 of 5
Which assessment finding is especially important to monitor when caring for a client with myasthenia gravis who is in crisis?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Respiratory muscle weakness in myasthenic crisis can lead to respiratory failure, making breathing the most critical assessment.
Question 4 of 5
Based on the nurse's knowledge, which characteristic is found in Alzheimer's disease that distinguishes it from other dementias?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Neurofibrillary tangles and amyloid plaques are hallmark pathological features of Alzheimer's disease.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is assessing a client with a history of transient ischemic attacks (TIAs). Which finding is most concerning and should be reported immediately?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Transient numbness in the left arm may indicate a TIA, which requires immediate reporting due to the risk of progression to a stroke.