NCLEX-PN
NCLEX Questions on Neurological Disorders Quizlet Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client with increased intracranial pressure (ICP) who has secretions pooled in the throat. Which intervention should the nurse implement first?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Pooled secretions risk airway obstruction. Turning to the side (
C) clears the airway safely without increasing ICP. Hyperventilation (
A) and suctioning (
D) may raise ICP, and assessment (
B) delays intervention.
Question 2 of 5
The client is admitted with a diagnosis of trigeminal neuralgia. Which assessment data would the nurse expect to find in this client?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Trigeminal neuralgia causes sudden, severe, unilateral facial pain (
C) due to irritation of the trigeminal nerve. Joint pain (
A) is unrelated, teeth grinding (
B) is bruxism, and calcium loss (
D) is not a feature.
Question 3 of 5
The client has glossopharyngeal nerve (cranial nerve IX) paralysis secondary to a stroke. Which referral would be most appropriate for this client?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Glossopharyngeal nerve paralysis affects swallowing and speech. A speech therapist (
B) is most appropriate to address these deficits. Hospice (
A) is for end-of-life care, physical therapy (
C) focuses on mobility, and occupational therapy (
D) addresses daily activities.
Question 4 of 5
The client asks the nurse, 'What causes Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease?' Which statement would be the nurse's best response?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease is caused by prions (
A), infectious proteins. Mad cow (
B) is a variant but not the sole cause, and viral (
C) or fungal (
D) causes are incorrect.
Question 5 of 5
The client diagnosed with a brain abscess has become lethargic and difficult to arouse. Which intervention should the nurse implement first?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Lethargy and difficulty arousing suggest neurological deterioration. Assessing neurological status (
B) is the first step to determine the cause and guide interventions. Seizure precautions (
A), darkening the room (
C), and steroids (
D) follow assessment.