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NCLEX Questions for Neurological System Questions
Question 1 of 5
A 40 year old man suffered a whiplash injury to his neck and now complains of pain along the lateral aspect of his left forearm, and there is weakness of his left biceps. What is the most likely cause of his symptoms?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.
Question 2 of 5
The fifth cranial nerve supplies
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.
Question 3 of 5
What are the two branches of the autonomic nervous system?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The autonomic nervous system (ANS) regulates involuntary bodily functions and is divided into the sympathetic nervous system, which activates the 'fight or flight' response, and the parasympathetic nervous system, which promotes 'rest and digest' activities. These two branches work in opposition to maintain homeostasis.
Question 4 of 5
Which part of the brain produces the neurotransmitter dopamine?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.
Question 5 of 5
KL is a 34-year-old male admitted to the hospital (large trauma center) after suffering a traumatic brain injury (TBI) secondary to a serious motor vehicle accident. He was in excellent health prior to the accident. HT: 6'2" WT: 190 pounds (86 kg) What is the best means of determining KL's caloric needs while in the hospital?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.