ATI LPN
Neurological Assessment Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is admitting a client who has hyperthyroidism. When assessing the client, the nurse should expect which of the following findings?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Hyperthyroidism causes tremors (C) due to increased metabolism, unlike hypothyroidism symptoms (A, B).
Question 2 of 5
The nurse recognizes which situation may warrant an ethics consultation?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Disagreement among family (D) over care preferences often requires ethics consultation.
Question 3 of 5
Which patient would benefit the most from central venous/right atrial pressure monitoring?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Cardiogenic shock (A) requires CVP monitoring to assess fluid status and heart function.
Question 4 of 5
Imagine that you got very scared watching a super scary movie. Which of the following might have occurred in your body as a result?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Fear activates the SNS. Arrector pili contraction (goosebumps) is an SNS response. A is wrong as SNS increases blood pressure. B is incorrect as sweating is SNS-driven. D is wrong as PNS slows heart rate, opposite to fear response. [Level: Comprehension]
Question 5 of 5
Which substances are found on cell surfaces and respond to nerve and hormone signals?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Receptors on cell surfaces bind neurotransmitters and hormones. Others are intracellular or unrelated. [Level: Knowledge]