ATI LPN
Neurological Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
Upper Motor Neurons (UMNs) are located in the:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: UMNs originate in the motor cortex or brainstem, controlling lower motor neurons. [Level: Knowledge]
Question 2 of 5
The glossopharyngeal nerve (IX) is involved in:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The glossopharyngeal nerve (CN IX) handles posterior tongue taste and swallowing. [Level: Knowledge]
Question 3 of 5
The parasympathetic chain ganglia are located:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Parasympathetic ganglia are near or within target organs, unlike sympathetic chain ganglia. [Level: Knowledge]
Question 4 of 5
Identify the three basic parts of a neuron:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A neuron has a cell body (soma), dendrites, and axon. Myelin and neuroglia are accessories. [Level: Knowledge]
Question 5 of 5
What mechanism helps keep the neuron membrane at its resting potential?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The Na+/K+ pump maintains resting potential (-70 mV) by pumping Na+ out, K+ in. [Level: Knowledge]