ATI LPN
Neurological Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
Which of the following is an example of a negative feedback loop related to the autonomic nervous system?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Negative feedback restores homeostasis. Cooling off via sweating (ANS-regulated) counters high temperature. A is fatigue, not feedback. C is a reflex, not ANS-related. D is a stimulus response, not feedback. [Level: Comprehension]
Question 2 of 5
Achieve maximum mobility and independence for a client with multiple sclerosis (MS). Which intervention is most important for the nurse to implement?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: MS causes muscle weakness; strengthening exercises promote long-term mobility/independence. A aids but doesn’t build capacity; B/C are less prioritized. [Level: Application]
Question 3 of 5
A client with a medical diagnosis of a ruptured cerebral aneurysm exhibits these symptoms no eye opening, no sound vocalized, and flexion to pain (decorticate posturing). When calculating the Glasgow Coma Scale score, Which value should the nurse document for this client?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: GCS: Eye (1, no opening), Verbal (1, no sound), Motor (3, flexion to pain) = 5. [Level: Application]
Question 4 of 5
A client who had a cast yesterday to the lower left arm comes to the clinic complaining of pain in the cast arm. Which assessment finding is most important for the nurse to identify?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Circulatory impairment (e.g., compartment syndrome) is a medical emergency post-casting. Others are concerning but less urgent. [Level: Analysis]
Question 5 of 5
A young adult is burned when wearing a shirt that was splashed with lighter fluid and caught. The shirt immediately without unbuttoning. What should the nurse implement first?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Burns require immediate neurovascular assessment (sensation) to detect nerve damage or compartment issues. B follows, A is later. [Level: Analysis]