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NURS 6512N MIDTERM EXAM 2025
Testing the biceps reflex helps localize lesions in which cervical nerve root? - C5
Testing the brachioradialis reflex helps localize lesions in which cervical nerve
root? - C6
Testing the triceps reflex helps localize lesions in which cervical nerve root? - C7
Testing the knee jerk reflex helps localize lesions in which nerve root(s)? - L3/L4
Testing the Achilles reflex helps localize lesions in which nerve root(s)? - L5/S1
What is being tested with a monofilament for diabetic neuropathy? - Intact
sensation
Decreased sensation to monofilament testing in the feet of a patient with diabetes
may indicate an increased risk of which complication? - Skin ulcers
Where is the dermatome that corresponds to the C6 nerve root? - In the thumb and
1st web space
Where is the dermatome that corresponds approximately to the T10 nerve root? -
At the level of the umbilicus
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Which is TRUE regarding Hoffman's maneuver? - It indicates upper motor neuron
involvement.
What is a positive Lhermitte's sign? - It involves flexion of the neck causing an
"electric-like" sensation that runs down the back.
What physical exam finding is indicative of a cervical nerve root radiculopathy? -
Positive foraminal compression test
What type of headache might present with a "thunderclap" intense onset of pain? -
Headache due to a subarachnoid hemorrhage
What type of headache is often associated with symptoms of nausea, photophobia,
and phonophobia - Migraine headache
Which cranial nerve (CN) affects the sensory as well as the motor function of the
face? - trigeminal nerve
What cranial nerve (CN) palsy leads to the eye not being able to move laterally on
exam? - CN VI: abducens nerve
Which three cranial nerves control ocular movements? - III, IV, and VI
How do you test for an afferent pupillary defect on a physical examination? -
Using the swinging flashlight test
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What is a Snellen chart used for during a cranial nerve examination? - To test
visual acuity
Which cranial nerve (CN) do the Weber and Rinne tests evaluate? - CN VIII:
cochlear nerve
Which cranial nerves (CN) are tested by asking the patient to elevate their palate
by saying "AH?" - CN X: vagus nerve and CN IX: glossopharyngeal nerve
Which cranial nerve (CN) is tested by asking the patient to turn their head against
resistance? - CN XI: accessory nerve
Which cranial nerve (CN) is tested by asking the patient to move their tongue from
side to side? - CN XII: hypoglossal nerve
Which condition most commonly causes sacroiliitis or pain in the sacroiliac joints?
- Ankylosing spondylitis
Pain and tenderness over the lateral hip are most commonly seen in which
condition? - Trochanteric bursitis
Pain and burning in the anterior and lateral thigh are usually due to what
condition? - Meralgia paresthetica
Piriformis syndrome can mimic what other condition? - Sciatica
NURS 6512N
NURS 6512N MIDTERM EXAM 2025
Testing the biceps reflex helps localize lesions in which cervical nerve root? - C5
Testing the brachioradialis reflex helps localize lesions in which cervical nerve
root? - C6
Testing the triceps reflex helps localize lesions in which cervical nerve root? - C7
Testing the knee jerk reflex helps localize lesions in which nerve root(s)? - L3/L4
Testing the Achilles reflex helps localize lesions in which nerve root(s)? - L5/S1
What is being tested with a monofilament for diabetic neuropathy? - Intact
sensation
Decreased sensation to monofilament testing in the feet of a patient with diabetes
may indicate an increased risk of which complication? - Skin ulcers
Where is the dermatome that corresponds to the C6 nerve root? - In the thumb and
1st web space
Where is the dermatome that corresponds approximately to the T10 nerve root? -
At the level of the umbilicus
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Which is TRUE regarding Hoffman's maneuver? - It indicates upper motor neuron
involvement.
What is a positive Lhermitte's sign? - It involves flexion of the neck causing an
"electric-like" sensation that runs down the back.
What physical exam finding is indicative of a cervical nerve root radiculopathy? -
Positive foraminal compression test
What type of headache might present with a "thunderclap" intense onset of pain? -
Headache due to a subarachnoid hemorrhage
What type of headache is often associated with symptoms of nausea, photophobia,
and phonophobia - Migraine headache
Which cranial nerve (CN) affects the sensory as well as the motor function of the
face? - trigeminal nerve
What cranial nerve (CN) palsy leads to the eye not being able to move laterally on
exam? - CN VI: abducens nerve
Which three cranial nerves control ocular movements? - III, IV, and VI
How do you test for an afferent pupillary defect on a physical examination? -
Using the swinging flashlight test
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What is a Snellen chart used for during a cranial nerve examination? - To test
visual acuity
Which cranial nerve (CN) do the Weber and Rinne tests evaluate? - CN VIII:
cochlear nerve
Which cranial nerves (CN) are tested by asking the patient to elevate their palate
by saying "AH?" - CN X: vagus nerve and CN IX: glossopharyngeal nerve
Which cranial nerve (CN) is tested by asking the patient to turn their head against
resistance? - CN XI: accessory nerve
Which cranial nerve (CN) is tested by asking the patient to move their tongue from
side to side? - CN XII: hypoglossal nerve
Which condition most commonly causes sacroiliitis or pain in the sacroiliac joints?
- Ankylosing spondylitis
Pain and tenderness over the lateral hip are most commonly seen in which
condition? - Trochanteric bursitis
Pain and burning in the anterior and lateral thigh are usually due to what
condition? - Meralgia paresthetica
Piriformis syndrome can mimic what other condition? - Sciatica
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