ATI RN
Neurological System Assessment Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
Which of the following values is considered normal for ICP?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Normal intracranial pressure (ICP) ranges from 0 to 15 mm Hg. Elevated ICP, typically above 20 mm Hg, can indicate serious neurological conditions such as brain injury, hemorrhage, or tumors. Monitoring ICP is crucial in managing patients with head trauma or other brain pathologies to prevent further damage.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is reviewing the vital sign measurements for a patient with a neurological problem. When analyzing these measurements, what should the nurse recall as the part of the brain that regulates heart rate and blood pressure?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The medulla oblongata, located in the brainstem, contains cardiac and vasomotor centers that regulate heart rate and blood pressure. The cerebrum is responsible for higher cognitive functions, the cerebellum for coordination, and the hypothalamus for maintaining homeostasis. The medulla's role in vital functions makes it critical in neurological assessments.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is caring for a patient who has impaired functioning of the left glossopharyngeal (IX) nerve and the vagus (X) nerve. What intervention should the nurse plan to maintain the patient's safety while diagnostic testing is being completed?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.
Question 4 of 5
A patient opens the eyes to painful stimuli, makes incomprehensible sounds, and withdraws from pain. What should the nurse calculate this patient's Glasgow Coma Scale score to be?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.
Question 5 of 5
Cerebral palsy affects neurons in which part of the body?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Cerebral palsy is a neurological disorder caused by damage to the developing brain, affecting movement and posture. It does not primarily involve the spine or muscles, although these may be secondarily affected. Understanding the brain's role in cerebral palsy is key to developing effective treatments and interventions.