ATI LPN
Neurological Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
Which nursing intervention would be included in the plan of care for a patient who is admitted with stroke and is complaining about having liquid stools?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Liquid stools post-stroke may mask impaction (neurogenic bowel); checking ensures safety. A/B worsen, D is unrelated. [Level: Analysis]
Question 2 of 5
The nodes of Ranvier are found on:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Nodes of Ranvier are gaps in the myelin sheath on myelinated axons (D is incorrect; intent: A). [Level: Knowledge]
Question 3 of 5
What is the function of the myelin sheath in nerve fibers?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Myelin insulates axons, speeding impulse conduction via saltatory conduction. A/B are opposite. [Level: Knowledge]
Question 4 of 5
The small gap between the presynaptic and postsynaptic neurons is known as the:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The synaptic cleft is the gap where neurotransmitters diffuse to transmit signals. [Level: Knowledge]
Question 5 of 5
The connective tissue layer that surrounds bundles of nerve fibers within a nerve is known as the:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The perineurium surrounds fascicles within a nerve, organizing fibers. [Level: Knowledge]