NUR 215 Exam 6 – 90+ Verified Questions with Answers | Meningitis, Stroke, Parkinson’s, MS, Guillain-Barré, ICP

This well-structured exam review document presents 90+ expert-verified questions and answers for NUR 215 Exam 6 (2026). It comprehensively covers neurologic, infectious, and degenerative disorders, as well as nursing care strategies for acute neuro conditions. The Q&A format allows students to engage in active recall and critical thinking, focusing on clinical application and NCLEX-relevant content. The material corresponds closely with leading nursing textbooks such as “Brunner & Suddarth's Textbook of Medical-Surgical Nursing” by Hinkle & Cheever, offering in-depth guidance on pathophysiology, medication safety, diagnostics, and care priorities. Topics covered include: Meningitis: transmission precautions, lumbar puncture confirmation, CSF analysis Stroke (CVA): risk factors (e.g., hypertension, atrial fibrillation), thrombolytics (tPA), timing, and effects on brain perfusion Parkinson’s Disease: early symptoms, risk factors, nursing interventions, safety with mobility Multiple Sclerosis (MS): symptoms, exacerbation triggers, importance of ROM exercises Guillain-Barré Syndrome: ascending paralysis, respiratory failure risk, campylobacter link, and areflexia Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS): symptomology and cause of death Increased Intracranial Pressure (ICP): early vs late signs, patient positioning, medication avoidance (e.g., narcotics) Seizures: aura signs, medication compatibility (e.g., IV Dilantin with NS only), sleep deprivation risks Trigeminal Neuralgia: cranial nerve involvement, carbamazepine treatment, hygiene and pain precautions Retinal Detachment & Meniere’s Disease: clinical presentation, interventions, and positioning This document is ideal for: BSN students RN-to-BSN programs Accelerated nursing programs NCLEX-RN preparation focused on neuro and sensory systems Answers are clearly indicated and consistently formatted, providing an efficient, self-directed resource for both individual study and collaborative group sessions. Keywords: NUR 215, meningitis precautions, lumbar puncture, tPA stroke, ICP signs, Parkinson’s nursing, ALS respiratory failure, MS symptoms, Guillain-Barré syndrome, seizures and sleep, cranial nerve V, trigeminal neuralgia, retinal detachment, Meniere’s disease, neuro exam prep, BSN, RN-to-BSN, NCLEX review, Brunner and Suddarth