University:
West Coast University
Course:
NURS 122 | Introduction to Medical Surgical Nursing
Academic year:

2022
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374

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6
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Neuro NCLEX Review 5 plays · 38 players A public kahoot Questions (16) 1 - Quiz When assessing a pt. with a TBI, uncoordinated movement of extremities is noted. How is this documented? 20 sec Ataxia Apraxia Anisocoria Anosognosia 2 - Quiz When assessing the accessory nerve, what should the nurse do? 20 sec assess gag reflex by stroking posterior pharynx Ask patient to shrug the shoulders against resistance Ask patient to push the tongue to either side against resistance Have patient say "ah" while visualizing the soft palate 3 - Quiz A pt's sudden onset of hemiplegia has necessitated a CT of the head. What assessment should the nurse do prior to the CT 20 sec Assess the patient's immunization history Screen the patient for any metal parts or a pacemaker Assess the patient for allergies to shellfish, iodine, or dyes Assess the patient's need for tranquilizers or anti-seizure meds 4 - Quiz A patient has a diagnosis of frontal lobe dementia. What functional difficulties would the nurse expect to see? 20 sec Lack of reflexes Endocrine problems Higher cognitive function abnormalities Respiratory, vasomotor, and cardiac dysfunction 5 - Quiz A pt with a suspected TBI has bloody nasal drainage. What observation should cause the nurse to suspect a CSF leak? 20 sec A halo sign on the nasal drip pad Decreased blood pressure and urinary output A positive reading for glucose on the test-tape strip Clear nasal drainage along with the bloody discharge 6 - Quiz The nurse assesses a pt for signs of meningeal irritation and observes nuchal rigidity. Which sign displays this? 20 sec Tonic spasms of the legs Curling in a fetal position Arching of the neck and back Resistance to flexion of the neck 7 - Quiz The pt has a subdural hematoma following a MVA. Which change in VS is interpreted as a s/s of increased ICP? 20 sec Tachypnea Bradycardia Hypotension Narrowing pulse pressure 8 - Quiz What nursing intervention should be implemented in the care of a pt who is experiencing increased ICP? 20 sec Monitor fluid and electrolyte status carefully Position the pt in a high fowlers position Administer vasoconstrictors to maintain cerebral perfusion Maintain physical restraints to prevent episodes of agitation