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Health Assessment Neurological System NCLEX Questions Quizlet Questions
Question 1 of 5
Transmission across a synapse is achieved mainly by a________ .
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Transmission across a synapse is primarily achieved by the diffusion of neurotransmitter molecules across the synaptic cleft. When an action potential reaches the axon terminal, it triggers the release of neurotransmitters, which diffuse across the cleft and bind to receptors on the postsynaptic neuron. This chemical signaling allows for precise and regulated communication between neurons.
Question 2 of 5
Which of the following best describes the waxy-appearing material called myelin:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.
Question 3 of 5
The midbrain, pons and medulla oblongata are housed in the:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.
Question 4 of 5
A patient receives spinal anesthesia with lidocaine (Xylocaine) and epinephrine (Adrenalin). You explain that epinephrine is used with lidocaine for which of the following reasons?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.
Question 5 of 5
Your 30-year-old male reports difficulty maintaining balance and coordination for the past three weeks. He denies headache, blurred vision, or change in the level of consciousness. You perform a Romberg test to assess cerebellar function. Your patient should:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.