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Neurological Assessment Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
Rationale for elevating HOB, neutral head, no sharp flexion in head injury?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Positioning (B) maintains venous drainage, reducing ICP.
Question 2 of 5
What are key roles for the RN in a code blue?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: RNs in a code blue typically administer meds (D) per ACLS protocols. Directing the code (B) is the physician’s role. Document notes adjustment to D, confirming its accuracy.
Question 3 of 5
Which chemical is directly associated with reduced urine volumes in the renin-angiotensin-aldosterone pathways during an acute kidney injury?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Aldosterone (B) promotes sodium and water reabsorption, reducing urine volume in AKI via RAAS activation.
Question 4 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 5 of 5
The family ask the nurse caring for a patient with increased intracranial pressure (ICP). What is the normal range for ICP?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Normal ICP is 5-15 mmHg (C) in adults, reflecting typical intracranial dynamics.