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NCLEX Neurology Practice Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is concerned about administering opioid medication to a patient in pain because the patient is weaning from mechanical ventilation. The nurse consults with the clinical pharmacist, who suggests trying a/an:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: IV NSAID (D) relieves pain without respiratory depression, safe during weaning.
Question 2 of 5
Which of the following are locations where cholinergic receptors are found in the autonomic nervous system? Select ONE that does not apply.
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Cholinergic receptors (acetylcholine) are at A (ganglia), B (somatic), and D (SNS sweat glands). Cardiac muscle has muscarinic receptors (PNS), but C is least specific as a 'does not apply' choice due to context. [Level: Comprehension]
Question 3 of 5
The cells within the nervous system that transmit action potentials are:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Neurons transmit action potentials. Axons/dendrites are parts, glial cells support. [Level: Knowledge]
Question 4 of 5
The nurse Is caring for a client with herpes zoster who reports painful blisters that align from the back along the chest curvature to the anterior chest. Which intervention is the highest priority for the nurse?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Herpes zoster (shingles) requires antivirals to reduce viral replication and pain duration. A is secondary, C/D manage symptoms but not the cause. [Level: Analysis]
Question 5 of 5
To reduce pulmonary complications for a client with Amyotrophic Lateral sclerosis (ALS). Which intervention should the nurse implement?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: ALS weakens respiratory muscles; incentive spirometry improves lung expansion, reducing complications. A/C help but are less direct; B is unrelated. [Level: Application]