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Medical Surgical Neurology Questions
Question 1 of 5
ICP 22 mm Hg, BP 174/88 mm Hg. CPP?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: MAP = (88×2 + 174)/3 = 116. CPP = 116 - 22 = 94, closest to 95 (C).
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client following a thyroidectomy. The nurse should assess for which of the following findings as an indication of hypocalcemia?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Hypocalcemia post-thyroidectomy causes tingling/numbness (C) due to nerve irritability from low calcium.
Question 3 of 5
Which of the following patients is at the highest risk for hyperosmolar hyperglycemic syndrome?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Elderly with type 2 DM and infection (A) are at highest risk for HHS due to dehydration and comorbidities.
Question 4 of 5
Which device or activity is associated with the highest noise level?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Pneumatic tube arrival (B) generates the loudest noise in critical care settings due to mechanical impact.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse assesses a patient with an ETT and mechanical ventilation whose high peak pressure alarm is sounding. What is the cause of this alarm?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: High peak pressure often results from ETT obstruction (B), e.g., biting or kinking.