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The nucleus in the thalamus that receives somatosensory information about the face is the

A. VPM B. VPL C. LGN D. MGN

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: The ventral posteromedial nucleus (VPM) processes facial somatosensory input, unlike VPL (body), LGN (vision), or MGN (audition).

A client’s ICP is 34 mm Hg, CPP 65 mm Hg. What should the nurse do next with appropriate orders?

A. No action required B. Suction the client C. Place client supine and flat D. Administer mannitol 1-2 g/kg IV

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: ICP >15, CPP <70 (text note) require intervention. Mannitol (D) reduces cerebral edema.

The nurse assesses a client pre-alteplase. What’s an important assessment?

A. Eats green leafy vegetables B. History of diabetes insipidus C. History of renal disease D. Medications for pain

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Renal disease (C) affects drug clearance, critical for tPA safety.

Joint Commission’s eight core measures for stroke care include which? (SATA)

A. Thrombolytic therapy (<4 hr) B. Discharged on statin C. VTE prophylaxis D. All the Above

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Core measures: thrombolysis (A), statins (B), VTE (C), antithrombotic (D); E is partial.

Interventions to prevent unilateral neglect in right-sided hemiplegia include?

A. Dress affected side first B. Wear high-top sneakers C. Approach from affected side D. Attach footboard

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Dressing affected side first (A) encourages attention to neglected side.

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