NCLEX-PN
Neurological Disorders NCLEX Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
While awaiting the diagnostic test results for a client with possible meningitis, which transmission-based precautions are the supplement?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Meningitis, especially bacterial, is often transmitted via respiratory droplets, necessitating droplet precautions.
Question 2 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 3 of 5
The client has sustained a severe closed head injury and the neurosurgeon is determining if the client is 'brain dead.' Which data support that the client is brain dead?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Brain death is confirmed by absent brainstem reflexes, including no eye movement during the cold caloric test (
C). Eyes turning with head movement (
A) indicates intact reflexes, EEG waveforms (
B) suggest brain activity, and decorticate posturing (
D) indicates some brain function.
Question 4 of 5
The client has had recurrent episodes of low back pain. Which statement indicates that the client has incorporated positive lifestyle changes to decrease the incidence of future back problems?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Stooping and avoiding bending and twisting motions when lifting objects lessen the likelihood of injury. The client should wear supportive shoes. The client should include regular daily exercise as a program (not excessive walking over 2 days on the weekend). Clients should avoid prolonged sitting or standing.
Question 5 of 5
The client who has expressive aphasia is having difficulty communicating with the nurse. Which action by the nurse would be most helpful?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Having the client face the nurse will not aid the client in expressing his or her needs. The nurse’s slow enunciation of directions will not aid the client in expressing his or her needs. Using gestures and body language will not aid the client in expressing his or her needs. Asking the client to point to needed objects would be most helpful when the client is having difficulty communicating with the nurse.