ATI LPN
Neurological Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
The nurse asks a patient with chest pain if it travels to the neck or shoulders. In relation to pain assessment, what is this question asking?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Asking about travel assesses radiation (C) of pain, a key characteristic.
Question 2 of 5
Which of the following is an example of a negative feedback loop related to the autonomic nervous system?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Negative feedback restores homeostasis. Cooling off via sweating (ANS-regulated) counters high temperature. A is fatigue, not feedback. C is a reflex, not ANS-related. D is a stimulus response, not feedback. [Level: Comprehension]
Question 3 of 5
The two main divisions of the central nervous system are:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: CNS comprises brain and spinal cord. Others are components or PNS. [Level: Knowledge]
Question 4 of 5
Achieve maximum mobility and independence for a client with multiple sclerosis (MS). Which intervention is most important for the nurse to implement?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: MS causes muscle weakness; strengthening exercises promote long-term mobility/independence. A aids but doesn’t build capacity; B/C are less prioritized. [Level: Application]
Question 5 of 5
A client with a medical diagnosis of a ruptured cerebral aneurysm exhibits these symptoms no eye opening, no sound vocalized, and flexion to pain (decorticate posturing). When calculating the Glasgow Coma Scale score, Which value should the nurse document for this client?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: GCS: Eye (1, no opening), Verbal (1, no sound), Motor (3, flexion to pain) = 5. [Level: Application]