NCLEX-PN
NCLEX Questions on Neurological Disorders Quizlet Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is developing a plan of care for a client diagnosed with aseptic meningitis secondary to a brain tumor. Which nursing goal would be most appropriate for the client problem 'altered cerebral tissue perfusion'?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Altered cerebral perfusion in meningitis may lead to seizures. Protecting from injury during seizures (
B) addresses this risk. ADLs (
A), fever (
C), and tissue turgor (
D) are unrelated to perfusion.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is planning the care for a client diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease. Which would be a therapeutic goal of treatment for the disease process?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A therapeutic goal for Parkinson’s disease is to maximize functional ability, such as carrying out ADLs (
D). Akinesia (
A) is a symptom to minimize, medication adherence (
B) is a means to the goal, and family outings (
C) are less specific.
Question 3 of 5
When the nurse observes that the client has difficulty swallowing the capsule of medication, which action is best to take?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Offering water before giving the capsule aids swallowing without altering the medication's integrity.
Question 4 of 5
Before requesting the clear liquids prescribed by the physician, which assessment information is essential for the nurse to know?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Assessing the ability to swallow ensures safety when initiating oral intake post-craniotomy.
Question 5 of 5
The occupational health nurse is concerned about preventing occupation-related acquired seizures. Which intervention should the nurse implement?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Helmets (
A) protect against head injuries, a common cause of acquired seizures in occupational settings. Exercise (
B), diet (
C), and safety glasses (
D) do not directly prevent seizures.