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Neurological Assessment NCLEX Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
A nurse plans care post-head injury, assessing ABGs. Which finding needs reporting?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Elevated CO2 (D) worsens ICP by vasodilation; needs reporting.
Question 2 of 5
An elderly man with HTN and atherosclerosis has a stroke while napping. This suggests which stroke type?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Thrombotic (C): gradual onset, HTN/atherosclerosis link.
Question 3 of 5
Which statement from a 60-yr-old on corticosteroids for graft rejection shows understanding?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Calcium (D) counters bone loss from steroids.
Question 4 of 5
Why do corticosteroids cause peptic ulceration?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Steroids increase gastric acid (C), risking ulcers.
Question 5 of 5
Post-TBI, which indicates increased ICP?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Restlessness (D) is an early ICP sign.