ATI LPN
Medical Surgical Nursing Neurological Disorders Quizlet Questions
Question 1 of 5
A patient admitted with possible stroke has been aphasic for 3 hours and has a current blood pressure (BP) of 174/94 mm Hg. Which order by the health care provider should the nurse question?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: High BP in ischemic stroke is initially tolerated; aggressive lowering (labetalol) risks reducing cerebral perfusion pre-tPA. Others are standard. [Level: Analysis]
Question 2 of 5
A RN is measuring the BP of a hypertensive obese pt who has been admitted to the hospital for increased BG levels. While the pt is speaking, the RN notes that the pt has suddenly started mumbling and is unable to articulate words. Which action would the nurse take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Sudden speech change suggests stroke; immediate HCP notification is critical. A/C delay, D is part of assessment. [Level: Analysis]
Question 3 of 5
The tiny gap between two neurons where communication occurs is known as the:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The synapse is the gap for chemical or electrical signal transmission. Others are parts or clusters. [Level: Knowledge]
Question 4 of 5
Which type of neuron is responsible for connecting sensory and motor neurons in the spinal cord?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Interneurons link sensory and motor neurons in the CNS, key for reflexes. [Level: Knowledge]
Question 5 of 5
During the rising phase of an action potential, the membrane potential becomes more:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Na+ influx during depolarization makes the inside positive. [Level: Knowledge]