ATI LPN
Neurological Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
Which of the following cranial nerves is NOT a sensory nerve?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Glossopharyngeal (IX) has motor and sensory roles; others are purely sensory. [Level: Knowledge]
Question 2 of 5
The cerebral cortex covers the:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The cerebral cortex is the outer layer of the cerebral hemispheres. [Level: Knowledge]
Question 3 of 5
A 15-year-old girl with epilepsy visits a physician for testing. The physician uses electroencephalography to study her brain waves during various activities. Which of the following is most likely to stimulate the greatest increase in brain activity in this girl?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Hyperventilation causes alkalosis, increasing brain activity, and flashing lights can trigger seizures in epilepsy, amplifying the effect. TMP13 p. 592
Question 4 of 5
Which system conveys information concerning highly localized touch sensation and body position (proprioceptive) sensation?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The dorsal column-medial lemniscal system conveys precise touch and proprioception. TMP13 p. 610
Question 5 of 5
Within the primary somatosensory cortex, the various parts of the contralateral body surface are represented in areas of varying size that reflect which of the following?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Cortical representation size correlates with receptor density, not body part size or muscle size. TMP13 p. 612