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Neurological System NCLEX Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
The ability that humans have to perform very skilled movements such as writing is controlled by the:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B: Corticospinal tract. The corticospinal tract is responsible for controlling voluntary skilled movements like writing. It carries motor commands from the primary motor cortex to the spinal cord, enabling precise movements of the hands and fingers. The basal ganglia (A) are involved in motor planning and coordination but not direct control of skilled movements. The spinothalamic tract (C) is responsible for transmitting sensory information related to pain and temperature, not motor control. The extrapyramidal tract (D) is involved in involuntary movements and posture regulation, not skilled movements like writing.
Question 2 of 5
Select the correct etiology to complete this nursing diagnosis for a patient diagnosed with dissociative identity disorder: Disturbed personal identity, related to:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D because dissociative identity disorder (DID) is often linked to unresolved childhood abuse issues, leading to fragmentation of identity as a coping mechanism. This is supported by research showing a high prevalence of childhood trauma among individuals with DID. Option A is incorrect because it relates more to anxiety disorders. Option B is incorrect as it describes traits more associated with personality disorders. Option C is incorrect as it pertains to mood disorders like depression, which are not the primary etiology of DID.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is preparing to discharge a patient with chronic low back pain. Which statement by the patient indicates that additional teaching is necessary?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.
Question 4 of 5
You have just admitted a patient with bacterial meningitis to the medical-surgical unit. The patient complains of a severe headache with photophobia and has a temperature of 102.6°F orally. Which collaborative intervention must be accomplished first?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.
Question 5 of 5
Nystagmus with diplopia is a common side effect of anticonvulsants. Which of the following complaints would alert the nurse that the patient was experiencing nystagmus and diplopia?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.