NCLEX Neurological Disorders Practice Test

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• In what order should ear drops be administered?
• What are the three types of abnormal posturing?
• Which response to a Tensilon test confirms a diagnosis of myasthenia gravis?
• How often are hearing aid batteries changed?
• Which cranial nerve assessment includes evaluating both hearing acuity and balance?
• Which of the following are risk factors for Guillain-Barré Syndrome?
• What is Dilantin used for?
• Carbamazepine (Tegretol) requires monitoring for what adverse effect?
• Parkinson's disease typically presents after which age?
• Who is typically responsible for all the care of patients with spinal cord injuries?
• What is the correct sequence to remove an artificial eye?
• What should you teach a patient taking Dilantin regarding oral care?
• Which medication class has been associated with cataract development?
• Which practice should be included in aphasia therapy to support communication?
• Which feature defines Stage I pressure ulcer?
• Which action is not recommended during a seizure?
• Transphenoidal cranial surgical approach is described as which of the following?
• Wound length should be measured from which clock positions?
• Which of the following is a normal postoperative finding for up to one year after stapedectomy?
• In the wound drainage specimen protocol, which step is included?
• How is viral meningitis treated?
• After a lumbar puncture, which measure helps reduce headache?
• What is characteristic of open-angle glaucoma?
• Should there be bleeding when a wound is debrided, and why?
• What are the goals of treatment for a subarachnoid hemorrhage?
• Which cranial nerve is involved in taste sensation for the posterior third of the tongue and contributes to the gag reflex?
• Retinal detachment is best described as which of the following?
• What is the first step in the proper administration of eyedrops?
• Which sign is positive when leg extension cannot occur after 90 degrees of hip flexion?
• Which drug draws fluid out of the eyeball to reduce intraocular pressure?
• What is a common complication of Bell's palsy and how is it managed?
• What is a medical treatment option for trigeminal neuralgia?
• How is glaucoma vision typically described?
• What is the final step in applying the NPWT system according to the described procedure?
• Which action is recommended when walking with a visually impaired patient?
• In macular degeneration, which description best fits the vision pattern?
• Which deficit is typical of a right hemisphere stroke?
• How is retinal detachment vision described?
• Should everyone young and old wear sunglasses when in the sun?
• How does Guillain-Barré syndrome typically progress?
• What factors worsen myasthenia gravis?
• Macular degeneration primarily causes which change in vision?
• What is the only treatment for cataracts?
• What should you do if a chemical gets into your eye?
• What topic should you discuss with someone who has MS regarding future care?
• Which of the following is a common trigger for autonomic dysreflexia?
• Guillain-Barré Syndrome is best described as which?
• Which medication is used at home to treat autonomic dysreflexia symptoms, and how should it be administered?
• What is the first step in applying a negative pressure wound therapy system?
• Which sign is typically observed above the level of spinal injury during autonomic dysreflexia?
• Bell's palsy is best described as what?
• What is a normal deep tendon reflex grade?
• Which of the following is a common symptom of myasthenia gravis?
• What is the correct way to help someone with a CVA get out of bed?
• What is the mortality rate associated with subarachnoid hemorrhage?
• The third cranial nerve controls which functions?
• What is an important pregnancy teaching regarding Dilantin?
• What is the short-term diagnostic treatment for MG?
• A supratentorial cranial surgical approach is characterized by which of the following?
• When might a deep tendon reflex be more than 2?
• What is a normal intraocular pressure and which device is used to measure it?
• Which statement best describes motor (expressive) aphasia?
• What is the recommended body position when guiding a visually impaired person?
• What should someone with a CVA do to prevent contractures?
• Which treatment is used to decrease water in the ear in Meniere's disease?
• What should you teach about post-op care after cataract surgery?
• Retinal detachment is more common in which group?
• Which statement best defines homonymous hemianopsia?
• Which cranial nerve mediates facial sensation and clenching the teeth?
• What is a cataract?
• Is periorbital edema present with glaucoma?
• Stage III ulcer is defined by which description?
• Which statement correctly describes how the sponge should be prepared before placement in NPWT?
• If the NPWT unit alarm indicates a lack of seal, what should you check?
• What is the correct first step when instilling eardrops?
• Is Meniere's disease considered a priority disease requiring immediate life-saving intervention?
• Which cranial nerve is responsible for taste on the posterior third of the tongue and for initiating the gag reflex?
• What diagnostic procedure is used to locate the site of bleeding after a subarachnoid hemorrhage?
• Which deficit is typical of a left hemisphere stroke?
• Which statement about proper wound measurement is correct?
• Which description accurately contrasts glaucoma with cataract regarding vision changes?
• Subarachnoid hemorrhage is caused by what?
• Which cranial nerve controls tongue movement?
• What should you teach a patient about managing glaucoma?
• What should you do after 15 minutes?
• Which of the following is a sign or symptom associated with multiple sclerosis?
• How far should the dropper be held above the ear when administering?
• What is the purpose of step 7 in the eardrop procedure?
• Which statement about the time course of Guillain-Barré Syndrome is correct?
• Which of the following is a sign associated with retinal detachment?
• Which of the following is a symptom of subarachnoid hemorrhage?
• Which nerve groups primarily control the lower body and bowel/bladder functions?
• Which cranial nerve is responsible for the sense of smell?
• When might a deep tendon reflex be less than 2?
• After trimming the sponge to fit the wound bed, what is the next step in applying a negative pressure system?
• What assistive device can help a person with a C1-C4 injury achieve some independence in mobility?
• Which statement about Parkinson's disease is true?
• What best describes amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS)?
• What should you discuss with your patient regarding negative pressure wound care?
• Which cranial nerve is assessed using a Snellen chart and pupil light reflex?
• Who identifies hearing?
• Which therapy is focused on language and communication after a CVA?
• Which of the following are nonreversible risk factors for CVA?
• Why is chewing on the unaffected side recommended for trigeminal neuralgia?
• Which symptom is not typical of a left hemisphere CVA?
• Which cranial nerve is responsible for lateral eye movements (look to the right and left)?
• During a lumbar puncture, which position is commonly used for the patient?
• After retinal detachment surgery, which position is typically recommended?
• Which precautions are indicated for a patient with suspected bacterial meningitis to prevent transmission?
• After cataract surgery, how should the eye be patched at night?
• Which electrolyte abnormality is associated with Dilantin use?
• What are the two primary categories of glaucoma?
• What are the risk factors for glaucoma?
• Which statement about macular degeneration is true?
• If someone with Guillain-Barré Syndrome has voiding problems, what should you be concerned about?
• A patient with aphasia is typically deemed competent to make medical decisions?
• How is MS treated when active?
• Multiple sclerosis typically has its onset in which age range?
• What is ELASE?
• Damage to which cranial nerve would impair the ability to identify familiar odors?
• Which type of glaucoma is associated with acute and painful symptoms?
• In lumbar puncture specimen handling, which tube is typically sent to the lab for analysis?
• What 3 kinds of therapy will someone with a post CVA receive?
• Which of the following are risk factors for retinal detachment?
• What is the correct method to reinsert an artificial eye?
• Which item comes in the negative pressure sterile kit?
• Which would be a nursing goal in CVA care?
• How should a patient sneeze after a stapedectomy?
• Which instrument is used to assess wound depth during measurement?
• Which of the following is NOT a typical sign of Parkinson's disease?
• Which signs are commonly present in bacterial meningitis?
• Paraplegia means paralysis from the waist down. Which functional ability is sometimes preserved according to care considerations?
• What should you do if you end up with a foreign body in your eye?
• Which population has the second highest risk for stroke according to the material?
• Which symptom can indicate a stroke affecting vision?
• Which spinal levels require ventilation support due to diaphragmatic paralysis?
• In ALS, what is the primary cause of death?
• Which drug decreases production of aqueous humor?
• How should you manage excessive skin moisture around the wound?
• How can MG be distinguished from a cholinergic crisis?
• Which statement describes Meniere's disease?
• What is sensory aphasia?
• How many thoracic spinal nerves are there, and what do they control?
• What is myasthenia gravis?
• Which cranial nerve is responsible for balance and hearing acuity?
• Which oral health outcome is commonly associated with long-term Dilantin use?
• Which population has the highest risk for stroke?
• Which cranial nerve is tested by asking the patient to shrug their shoulders against resistance?
• Why should sunglasses be worn after cataract surgery?
• After a stapedectomy, which sleeping position is recommended?
• Which of the following are reversible risk factors for CVA?
• In myasthenia gravis, symptoms worsen with which factors?
• Which cranial nerve has both sensory and motor components and is tested by asking a patient to smile, frown, and puff cheeks?
• Which statement about tonometry is true?
• In caring for a patient with ALS, what safety consideration is essential before feeding?
• Autonomic dysreflexia occurs in spinal cord injuries at or above which level?
• What is the usual cause of death for a person with multiple sclerosis?
• Which two signs are commonly seen together in MG?
• What is the second step in preparing the wound for a negative pressure therapy system?
• Which sign is typically observed below the level of spinal injury during autonomic dysreflexia?
• Which cranial nerve is primarily responsible for elevating the soft palate and mediating the motor aspect of swallowing?
• Which cranial nerve is responsible for shoulder shrug?
• Which IV solution should not be used with Dilantin during IV administration?
• Stapedectomy involves removing bones from which part of the ear?
• What kind of diet should someone with a post CVA be on?
• Bleeding during debridement indicates what?
• If the wound using a negative pressure system appears dry what should you do?
• How many lumbar and sacral spinal nerves are there, and what do they control?
• Which of the following is NOT listed as an adverse reaction to Dilantin?
• Which nickname is sometimes used for Meniere's disease?
• Which type of footwear is recommended for a Parkinson's patient to reduce fall risk?
• How many cervical spinal nerves are there, and what do they control?
• Brudzinski's sign and Kernig's sign are always abnormal in meningitis.
• What is an appropriate safety intervention for someone with decorticate posturing?
• Which of the following is a potential complication of subarachnoid hemorrhage to monitor and manage?
• Which cranial nerve is designated as the tenth cranial nerve?
• Hemiplegia is paralysis of one side of the body. What additional risk arises due to cranial nerve involvement?
• How long should a patient wear a NPWT system?
• In the dietary recommendations for pressure ulcers, which nutrient is emphasized along with protein?
• What should you do immediately for someone suspected of subarachnoid hemorrhage?
• Which are signs and symptoms of Meniere's disease?
• Which sign is tested by neck flexion causing involuntary hip and knee flexion?
• What type of precautions should be used for applying a negative pressure system?
• What is negative pressure wound care?
• Which is a symptom of stroke?
• Levodopa therapy for Parkinson's is commonly associated with which consideration?
• Which of the following is NOT a typical motor symptom of Parkinson's disease?
• Subarachnoid hemorrhage is commonly associated with rupture of an aneurysm at which location?
• The ninth cranial nerve is involved in which functions?
• What is a proper method to clean a hearing aid?
• In obtaining a wound drainage specimen, which step occurs immediately after removing the old dressing?
• Which individuals may be at risk when using TENS therapy?
• Which nutrients are emphasized in a diet for someone with a pressure ulcer?
• What is the long-term treatment for MG?
• Which of the following is an appropriate safety measure during a seizure?
• When is someone with bacterial meningitis no longer contagious?
• Which practice helps prevent gingival hyperplasia in patients taking Dilantin?
• What is glaucoma?
• When entering a room to assist a visually impaired patient, which practice is advised?
• An infratentorial cranial surgical approach is described as which of the following?
• How is cataract vision described?
• Guillain-Barré Syndrome is best described as which?
• Which cranial nerve controls facial movements such as smiling and frowning and controls saliva?
• What is the therapeutic plasma level range for Dilantin (phenytoin)?
• What should you do after delivering the drops to ensure they reach the canal?
• When should negative pressure wound care be used?
• Which statement about administering Dilantin IV is correct?
• Which statement best describes the progression of open-angle glaucoma?
• For a patient with suspected increased intracranial pressure, which nursing action is appropriate?
• If a patient with CVA is getting dressed, which side should they address first?
• People with myasthenia gravis are at risk for which life-threatening complication?
• Cataracts are most commonly associated with which factors?
• Stage II ulcer is characterized by which of the following?
• In applying the negative pressure system, why are holes cut in the drape over the wound?
• What should you use to clean an artificial eye?
• Which statement best summarizes initial seizure treatment?
• Why is hemiplegia associated with an increased risk of aspiration?
• How long should the patient remain on the side after administration?
• For a supratentorial approach, what is the recommended head position?
• How can someone protect themselves from viral meningitis?
• Which of the following is a cause of a cerebrovascular accident (CVA)?
• What is the hallmark symptom of subarachnoid hemorrhage?
• Which cranial nerve innervates the superior oblique muscle involved in eye movements?
• Before performing a lumbar puncture, which preparation is recommended?
• Which nutrient should Parkinson's patients avoid because it deactivates Levodopa?
• Which condition is a contraindication for using a negative pressure system?
• Which electrolyte disturbance is a potential complication of subarachnoid hemorrhage?
• The pupil constricts in response to light due to which cranial nerve?
• Stage IV ulcer is defined by which description?
• Quadriplegia means paralysis from the shoulders down. Which cervical levels are typically involved, and what respiratory intervention might be needed?
• In motor (expressive) aphasia, which ability is typically preserved?
• Decorticate posturing is also known as which of the following?
• What are the four areas of the spinal cord?
• What should you document after a seizure occurrence?
• Myasthenia gravis results from the autoimmune attack on which nerves?
• Which statement best describes the course of myasthenia gravis?
• What is an aura?
• Which item is included in patient education for TENS therapy?
• Which care measure is appropriate for trigeminal neuralgia?
• Which statement reflects appropriate preparedness for airway management in a patient with suspected meningitis?
• When changing dressings on a negative pressure system that is already in use, what should you do?
• What is the primary purpose of TENS as an adjunctive therapy?
• Which action is recommended when communicating with a hearing-impaired patient?
• What drug should never be given to someone with glaucoma?
• Which activity would occupational therapy primarily address for a stroke patient?
• Which of the following is listed as a nursing goal in CVA care besides airway management?
• Which of the following is NOT listed as a risk factor for subarachnoid hemorrhage?
• For infratentorial approach, how should the neck be aligned and patient positioned?
• Where do ulcers start?
• What typically occurs in the post-ictal period after a seizure?
• If a pregnant woman begins thrashing in bed, what is the safest immediate action?
• What is a surgical approach used for trigeminal neuralgia?
• After a transphenoidal approach, which instruction promotes healing?