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Review System for Neurological Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
The two parts of the nervous system are the:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B: Central and peripheral. The nervous system consists of the central nervous system (CNS), which includes the brain and spinal cord, and the peripheral nervous system (PNS), which includes all nerves outside the CNS. This division is essential for understanding the organization and functions of the nervous system. Choice A is incorrect because motor and sensory are functions, not divisions of the nervous system. Choice C is incorrect because the autonomic nervous system is a component of the PNS, not a separate part. Choice D is incorrect because the hypothalamus and cerebral are specific structures within the CNS, not the divisions of the nervous system.
Question 2 of 5
A patient diagnosed with a somatic symptom disorder has the nursing diagnosis: Interrupted family processes, related to patient's disabling symptoms as evidenced by the spouse and children assuming roles and tasks that previously belonged to patient. An appropriate outcome is that the patient will:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B: demonstrate a resumption of former roles and tasks. This outcome implies that the patient will regain the ability to fulfill their own roles and tasks within the family, indicating improvement in the interrupted family processes. This aligns with the goal of promoting the patient's independence and reducing the burden on other family members. Choice A is incorrect because having the patient assume roles and functions of other family members does not address the underlying issue of the patient's somatic symptom disorder and may lead to further dysfunction within the family. Choice C is incorrect as it suggests the patient should focus on problems in the family, which may not directly address the interrupted family processes related to the patient's symptoms. Choice D is incorrect as it promotes dependency on family members to meet the patient's personal needs, which does not encourage the patient to regain their former roles and tasks within the family.
Question 3 of 5
What is the primary difference between somatic system disorders and dissociative disorders?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Step 1: Define somatic system disorders (SSD) as physical symptoms caused by psychological distress. Step 2: Define dissociative disorders as disruptions in memory, consciousness, or identity due to stress. Step 3: Identify that the primary difference is how stress manifests: SSD through physical symptoms and dissociative disorders through disruptions in memory, consciousness, or identity. Step 4: Choose D as the correct answer as it accurately distinguishes between the two types of disorders. Summary: A: Incorrect, as it inaccurately describes the nature of somatic system and dissociative disorders. B: Incorrect, as it oversimplifies the triggers for each type of disorder. C: Incorrect, as it generalizes the causes of dissociative disorders and somatic system disorders.
Question 4 of 5
The patient with multiple sclerosis tells the nursing assistant that after physical therapy she is too tired to take a bath. What is your priority nursing diagnosis at this time?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.
Question 5 of 5
You are caring for a patient with a recurrent glioblastoma who is receiving dexamethasone (Decadron) 4 mg IV every 6 hours to relieve symptoms of right arm weakness and headache. Which assessment information concerns you the most?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.