NCLEX-PN
Neurological Disorder NCLEX Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
Which assessment data should the nurse expect to observe for the client diagnosed with Parkinson's disease?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Masklike facies and pill-rolling tremors (
B) are hallmark Parkinson’s signs due to dopamine deficiency. Paralysis/pain (
A) suggest Guillain-Barré, diplopia/ptosis (
C) indicate myasthenia gravis, and dysphagia/dysarthria (
D) are later symptoms.
Question 2 of 5
The public health nurse is discussing St. Louis encephalitis with a group in the community. Which instruction should the nurse provide to help prevent an outbreak?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: St. Louis encephalitis is mosquito-borne. Mosquito spraying (
B) reduces vector populations. No vaccine exists (
A), gloves (
C) are irrelevant, and night avoidance (
D) is less effective.
Question 3 of 5
The client with a history of migraine headaches comes to the emergency department complaining of a migraine headache. Which collaborative treatment should the nurse anticipate?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Sumatriptan (
A) is a first-line treatment for acute migraines. CT (
B) is for atypical cases, quiet room (
C) is supportive, and propranolol (
D) is for prophylaxis.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is preparing to administer acetaminophen (Tylenol) to a client diagnosed with a stroke who is complaining of a headache. Which intervention should the nurse implement first?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Checking the armband (
B) ensures patient safety before medication administration. Pudding (
A), crushing (
C), or sipping water (
D) follow identity confirmation.
Question 5 of 5
Which nursing intervention is most appropriate after the lumbar puncture has been performed?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Keeping the client flat for several hours post-lumbar puncture reduces the risk of cerebrospinal fluid leakage and subsequent headache.