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Neurological Assessment NCLEX Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
The dorsal (posterior) horns of the spinal cord primarily contain:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Dorsal horns contain sensory nuclei, receiving afferent input. [Level: Knowledge]
Question 2 of 5
The dorsal roots of spinal nerves contain:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Dorsal roots carry sensory (afferent) fibers into the CNS. [Level: Knowledge]
Question 3 of 5
The accessory nerve (XI) controls muscles involved in:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The accessory nerve (CN XI) controls sternocleidomastoid and trapezius for head movement. [Level: Knowledge]
Question 4 of 5
Hydrocephalus is a condition characterized by:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Hydrocephalus results from blocked or impaired CSF flow, causing accumulation. Excessive production or decreased absorption can contribute but aren’t primary. [Level: Comprehension]
Question 5 of 5
The gaps in between the myelin sheath are called:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Nodes of Ranvier are gaps in myelin where action potentials regenerate. [Level: Knowledge]