Head to Toe Assessment Nursing: Neurological Assessment Quiz

Head to Toe Assessment Nursing: Neurological Assessment Quiz

Professional Development

13 Qs

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Head to Toe Assessment Nursing: Neurological Assessment Quiz

Head to Toe Assessment Nursing: Neurological Assessment Quiz

Assessment

Quiz

Science

Professional Development

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Created by

Sherry Musgrove

Used 2+ times

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13 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the purpose of performing a neurological assessment in nursing?

To evaluate the patient's musculoskeletal system

To monitor the patient's blood pressure

To assess the patient's respiratory function

To evaluate the patient's neurological function.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What are the components of a neurological assessment?

Mental status, cranial nerves, motor function, sensory function, reflexes, and coordination

Vision, hearing, taste

Respiratory rate, oxygen saturation, lung sounds

Blood pressure, heart rate, temperature

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Explain the difference between a Glasgow Coma Scale (GCS) and a Mini-Mental State Examination (MMSE).

The Glasgow Coma Scale and Mini-Mental State Examination are used interchangeably to assess level of consciousness.

The Glasgow Coma Scale and Mini-Mental State Examination both assess cognitive function.

The Glasgow Coma Scale assesses cognitive function, while the Mini-Mental State Examination assesses level of consciousness.

The Glasgow Coma Scale assesses level of consciousness, while the Mini-Mental State Examination assesses cognitive function.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Describe the procedure for assessing a patient's level of consciousness.

Ask the patient to recite the alphabet backwards.

Check the patient's blood pressure, temperature, and heart rate.

Assess the patient's ability to perform complex math calculations.

Evaluate responsiveness, orientation, and ability to follow commands.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What are the signs and symptoms of a neurological deficit that a nurse should look for during an assessment?

Changes in respiratory function

Changes in level of consciousness, motor function deficits, sensory deficits, cranial nerve deficits, coordination deficits, and reflex abnormalities

Changes in blood pressure

Changes in skin color

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How would you assess a patient's cranial nerve function?

Ask the patient to describe their symptoms

Perform a blood test

Check the patient's blood pressure

Perform specific tests for each of the 12 cranial nerves

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Explain the significance of assessing a patient's motor function during a neurological assessment.

Motor function assessment is only important for orthopedic conditions

It only assesses the sensory function

It helps to evaluate the integrity of the nervous system and identify any motor deficits or abnormalities.

It has no significance in a neurological assessment

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