ATI LPN
Neurological Questions Questions
Question 1 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 2 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]
Question 3 of 5
A client who had a cast yesterday to the lower left arm comes to the clinic complaining of pain in the cast arm. Which assessment finding is most important for the nurse to identify?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Circulatory impairment (e.g., compartment syndrome) is a medical emergency post-casting. Others are concerning but less urgent. [Level: Analysis]
Question 4 of 5
A young adult is burned when wearing a shirt that was splashed with lighter fluid and caught. The shirt immediately without unbuttoning. What should the nurse implement first?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Burns require immediate neurovascular assessment (sensation) to detect nerve damage or compartment issues. B follows, A is later. [Level: Analysis]
Question 5 of 5
A female client with metastatic breast cancer is admitted with shortness of breath and pleural effusion. The client has a living will and the family is requesting hospice information. Which information should the nurse provide regarding hospice?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Hospice can start in-hospital and transition home, offering A/B. D is false—living wills remain valid. [Level: Application]