ATI RN
Health Assessment Neurological System Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
To test for stereognosis you would
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Stereognosis is the ability to perceive and recognize the form of an object using touch. To test for stereognosis, place a familiar object, such as a coin, in the patient's hand and ask them to identify it with their eyes closed. This assesses the sensory cortex's ability to interpret tactile sensations.
Question 2 of 5
The 'synaptic cleft' of a neuromuscular junction is
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The synaptic cleft is the narrow space between the presynaptic neuron and the postsynaptic muscle cell. It is where neurotransmitters are released and diffuse to bind receptors on the muscle cell, initiating muscle contraction. This structure is essential for signal transmission at the neuromuscular junction.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is assessing a child diagnosed with a brain tumor. Which of the following signs and symptoms would the nurse expect the child to demonstrate? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.
Question 4 of 5
There are _____ ventricles in the brain.
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is caring for an individual with a head injury and notes unequal pupils. Which term should the nurse use to document this finding?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.