ATI RN
Health Assessment Neurological System NCLEX Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is preparing a client with multiple sclerosis (MS) for discharge from the hospital to home. The nurse should tell the client:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.
Question 2 of 5
Nurse Ramirez is providing guidance to Mr. Johnson, a client with Parkinson's disease, on how to prevent spinal curvatures commonly associated with the condition. In her instructions on preventing spinal flexion, what should Nurse Ramirez recommend to Mr. Johnson?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.
Question 3 of 5
Nurse Thompson is overseeing the care of a patient with Parkinson's disease, diagnosed with Impaired Physical Mobility due to neuromuscular issues. She notices various activities performed by a nursing assistant (NA) and needs to decide if any require her immediate intervention. Which action by the NA should prompt Nurse Thompson to intervene?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.
Question 4 of 5
A person who is drunk may have difficulty walking in a straight line because the alcohol has impacted their:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The cerebellum is responsible for coordinating voluntary movements, balance, and posture. Alcohol impairs the cerebellum's function, leading to difficulties in walking, balance, and fine motor control. This is why individuals who are drunk often exhibit unsteady movements and have trouble walking in a straight line. The cerebellum's role in motor coordination makes it particularly sensitive to the effects of alcohol.
Question 5 of 5
Which of the following is NOT part of the endocrine system?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The pons is part of the brainstem and is involved in regulating sleep, respiration, and communication between different parts of the brain. It is not part of the endocrine system, which consists of glands that secrete hormones, such as the pancreas, parathyroid, and pineal gland. The pons plays a role in motor control and sensory processing, but it does not produce hormones.