NCLEX-PN
NCLEX Questions on Neurological Disorders Quizlet Questions
Question 1 of 5
When the nurse observes that the client has difficulty swallowing the capsule of medication, which action is best to take?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Offering water before giving the capsule aids swallowing without altering the medication's integrity.
Question 2 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 3 of 5
Which intervention is most appropriate for a client with Bell's palsy experiencing eye dryness?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Artificial tears prevent corneal damage from eye dryness in Bell's palsy due to incomplete eye closure.
Question 4 of 5
Which intervention should the nurse take with the client recently diagnosed with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (Lou Gehrig's disease)?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: ALS is progressive and terminal. Providing an advance directive (
C) ensures the client’s wishes are respected early. Gastrostomy (
A) is later, fistulas (
B) are unrelated, and leg braces (
D) are less urgent.
Question 5 of 5
The client diagnosed with a closed head injury is admitted to the rehabilitation department. Which medication order would the nurse question?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Subcutaneous anticoagulants (
A) increase bleeding risk in head injury patients, where intracranial hemorrhage is a concern, and should be questioned. Osmotic diuretics (
B) reduce ICP, anticonvulsants (
C) prevent seizures, and proton pump inhibitors (
D) protect against stress ulcers.