ATI RN
Neurological System Assessment Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
Which disease or disorder is characterized by demyelination of cells within the CNS, inflammation, and development of scar tissue?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.
Question 2 of 5
KL is a 34-year-old male admitted to the hospital (large trauma center) after suffering a traumatic brain injury (TBI) secondary to a serious motor vehicle accident. He was in excellent health prior to the accident. HT: 6'2" WT: 190 pounds (86 kg) Which of the following might reduce KL's metabolic requirements?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.
Question 3 of 5
Which nerves are attached to the brain and emerge from the skull?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.
Question 4 of 5
The ability to walk along a straight line is most often impaired with:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Cerebellar dysfunction is the correct answer because the cerebellum is responsible for coordinating voluntary movements, including gait and balance. Damage to the cerebellum results in ataxia, making it difficult to perform tasks that require precise motor control, such as walking in a straight line.
Question 5 of 5
Pathological reflex, occurred in central paralysis (upper motor neuron lesion) is the following:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Babinski's sign is the correct answer because it is a pathological reflex indicative of upper motor neuron damage. It is characterized by the extension of the big toe and fanning of the other toes upon stimulation of the sole, which is abnormal in adults and suggests a loss of inhibitory control from the brain.