NCLEX-PN
Neurological Disorder NCLEX Questions
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Question 1 of 5
The 85-year-old client diagnosed with a stroke is complaining of a severe headache. Which intervention should the nurse implement first?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A severe headache in a stroke patient may indicate complications like hemorrhagic transformation or increased intracranial pressure. A neurological assessment (
D) is the first step to evaluate the cause and guide further actions. Analgesics (
A) may mask symptoms, MRI (
B) requires assessment first, and IV fluids (
C) are not urgent.
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