ATI LPN
NCLEX Neurology Practice Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
The nurse providing insulin education for an elderly patient with long-standing diabetes. A prescription has been written for the patient to take 20 unit of insulin glargine at 10 pm nightly. The nurse should instruct the patient that the peak of the insulin action for this agent is when?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Insulin glargine (B) is a long-acting, peakless insulin, providing steady glucose control over 24 hours.
Question 2 of 5
When flushing a feeding tube, the nurse knows to use how many mL of water?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: 30 mL (B) is standard for flushing feeding tubes to maintain patency.
Question 3 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 4 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 5 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]