NCLEX-PN
Neurological Disorder NCLEX Questions
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Question 1 of 5
The client is being evaluated to rule out ALS. Which signs/symptoms would the nurse note to confirm the diagnosis?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Slurred speech and dysphagia (
C) are early ALS signs due to bulbar muscle involvement. Atrophy/flaccidity (
A) and weakness/paralysis (
D) occur later, and fatigue/malnutrition (
B) are nonspecific.
Question 2 of 5
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Question 3 of 5
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Question 4 of 5
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Question 5 of 5
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