ATI RN
Review of Systems Neurological Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
Which of these cells are not a type of neuroglia found in the CNS:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.
Question 2 of 5
While obtaining a patient's medical history, you find that the patient is taking levodopa/carbidopa (Sinemet) for Parkinson's disease. Which of the following information in the patient's health history alerts you to take further action?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The combination of levodopa and carbidopa, both dopamine-replacement drugs, can cause changes in intraocular pressure. Providers should not prescribe this drug combination for patients who have glaucoma, and in this case, the patient's drug therapy requires adjustment. Pancreatic disorders are not a contraindication for levodopa/carbidopa; instead, caution is required when using it with patients who have peptic ulcer disease. Hearing impairment is not a contraindication for levodopa/carbidopa; instead, it can cause a variety of vision disturbances.
Question 3 of 5
A 26 year-old man was in a motor vehicle accident and suffered a complete spinal cord injury to L3. The nurse assesses the patient for loss of motor function in the:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.
Question 4 of 5
What is the relationship between dorso-ventral patterning of the neural tube and patterning of the somites?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Dorso-ventral patterning of the neural tube and somites is regulated by opposing gradients of Sonic hedgehog (Shh) from the notochord and floorplate (ventralizing signals) and BMPs from the dorsal neural tube (dorsalizing signals). These signals coordinate the development of both structures, ensuring proper alignment and function of the nervous system and musculoskeletal system.
Question 5 of 5
The client is having a lumbar puncture performed. The nurse would plan to place the client in which position for the procedure?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The side-lying position with legs pulled up and head bent down onto the chest is the standard position for a lumbar puncture. This position maximizes the space between the vertebrae, allowing easier access to the subarachnoid space for cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) collection. Proper positioning is critical to ensure the procedure is performed safely and effectively.