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Questions Neurological System Questions
Question 1 of 5
The causes of somatic system disorders may be related to:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Step 1: Somatic system disorders involve physical symptoms with no apparent medical cause. Step 2: Faulty perceptions of body sensations can lead to exaggerated or misinterpreted physical symptoms. Step 3: This can result in somatic system disorders like hypochondriasis or somatic symptom disorder. Step 4: Traumatic childhood events (choice B) may contribute to psychological disorders but are not specific to somatic system disorders. Step 5: Culture-bound phenomena (choice C) and mood instability (choice D) are not primary causes of somatic system disorders. Summary: The correct answer is A because faulty perceptions of body sensations can directly contribute to somatic system disorders, while the other choices are not directly related to the development of these disorders.
Question 2 of 5
When performing a neurologic assessment on an elderly patient, the nurse should be aware that:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Age-related changes, such as slower reflexes, altered gait, and memory decline, are common in elderly patients. Neurologic function may differ from younger individuals.
Question 3 of 5
When testing for motor function, the nurse should be aware of:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Motor function testing involves assessing symmetry and strength of muscle movements. Skin color, blood glucose levels, and heart rate are unrelated to motor function.
Question 4 of 5
Which is the smallest cranial nerve?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The trochlear nerve (IV) is the smallest cranial nerve. It innervates the superior oblique muscle, which helps control eye movement.
Question 5 of 5
The dermatome supplying the great toe is usually
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The L5 dermatome supplies the great toe and the dorsum of the foot. This is important in diagnosing lumbar nerve root compression.