NCLEX-PN
Neurological Disorders NCLEX Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
What should the nurse warn a client with multiple sclerosis to avoid?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Hot weather can exacerbate MS symptoms by increasing body temperature, which impairs nerve conduction.
Question 2 of 5
Which measure for preventing impaired skin integrity is appropriate to add to the care plan at this time?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Changing position every 2 hours prevents pressure ulcers in clients with MS who have weakness and numbness.
Question 3 of 5
Which nursing action is best for controlling the symptoms of the client diagnosed with myasthenia gravis?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Precise timing of pyridostigmine administration ensures consistent symptom control in myasthenia gravis by maintaining acetylcholine levels.
Question 4 of 5
Of the following nursing observations, which is most important to discuss the client's condition?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A chronic cough increases intrathoracic pressure, which can elevate intracranial pressure and risk aneurysm rupture.
Question 5 of 5
Which preoperative assessment is most important to document as a basis for postoperative comparison?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Motor strength assessment provides a baseline to detect postoperative neurological deficits from brain tumor surgery.