NUR 170 Exam 2 (Latest 2026/2027) | Headaches, Seizures, MS,
Parkinson's, Stroke, Eye/Ear, COPD, Asthma, TB | Q&A
Neurologic & Respiratory Disorders | Pharmacology | Delegation | Prioritization
SUBJECT COURSE FOCUS
Med-Surg / Neurology / Respiratory NUR 170 Exam 2 Headache, Seizure, Stroke, MS,
Parkinson's, Eye/Ear, COPD, Asthma,
TB
Q1
Headache signs/symptoms?
ANSWER
Pain, nausea, scalp sensitivity, photophobia, phonophobia.
RATIONALE
• Migraine: photophobia/phonophobia common.
• Scalp sensitivity = allodynia.
Q2
Modifiable vs nonmodifiable headache risk factors?
ANSWER
Modifiable: stress, smells, foods. Nonmodifiable: age, hormones; more common in male children,
female adults.
RATIONALE
• Triggers vary by individual; keep headache diary.
, Q3
Abortive vs preventative headache meds?
ANSWER
Abortive: Fioricet, NSAIDs, sumatriptan, cafergot. Preventative: CCBs, beta blockers, topiramate,
Botox, magnesium.
RATIONALE
• Abortive treats acute attack; preventative reduces frequency.
Q4
Seizure risk factors (mnemonic)?
ANSWER
VITAMINS: Vascular, Infection, Trauma, Alzheimer's/Autoimmune, Metabolic (Na), Idiopathic,
Neoplasm, Psychiatric.
RATIONALE
• Common causes: stroke, brain tumor, head injury, infection.
Q5
Generalized seizure types?
ANSWER
Absence (petit mal): staring, LOC. Myoclonic: sudden jerks. Atonic (drop attack): sudden collapse.
Grand mal: LOC, stiffening, shaking, may bite tongue/incontinence.
RATIONALE
• Duration 2-5 minutes.
Parkinson's, Stroke, Eye/Ear, COPD, Asthma, TB | Q&A
Neurologic & Respiratory Disorders | Pharmacology | Delegation | Prioritization
SUBJECT COURSE FOCUS
Med-Surg / Neurology / Respiratory NUR 170 Exam 2 Headache, Seizure, Stroke, MS,
Parkinson's, Eye/Ear, COPD, Asthma,
TB
Q1
Headache signs/symptoms?
ANSWER
Pain, nausea, scalp sensitivity, photophobia, phonophobia.
RATIONALE
• Migraine: photophobia/phonophobia common.
• Scalp sensitivity = allodynia.
Q2
Modifiable vs nonmodifiable headache risk factors?
ANSWER
Modifiable: stress, smells, foods. Nonmodifiable: age, hormones; more common in male children,
female adults.
RATIONALE
• Triggers vary by individual; keep headache diary.
, Q3
Abortive vs preventative headache meds?
ANSWER
Abortive: Fioricet, NSAIDs, sumatriptan, cafergot. Preventative: CCBs, beta blockers, topiramate,
Botox, magnesium.
RATIONALE
• Abortive treats acute attack; preventative reduces frequency.
Q4
Seizure risk factors (mnemonic)?
ANSWER
VITAMINS: Vascular, Infection, Trauma, Alzheimer's/Autoimmune, Metabolic (Na), Idiopathic,
Neoplasm, Psychiatric.
RATIONALE
• Common causes: stroke, brain tumor, head injury, infection.
Q5
Generalized seizure types?
ANSWER
Absence (petit mal): staring, LOC. Myoclonic: sudden jerks. Atonic (drop attack): sudden collapse.
Grand mal: LOC, stiffening, shaking, may bite tongue/incontinence.
RATIONALE
• Duration 2-5 minutes.
