Nervous System, CNS & PNS, Cranial Nerves,
Autonomic Function, Reflexes, Motor & Sensory
Assessment, Glasgow & FOUR Scales, ICP Signs,
Seizures, Degenerative Diseases, Stroke,
Parkinson’s, Alzheimer’s, Myasthenia Gravis, ALS,
Huntington’s, Myelogram, Neurologic Diagnostics,
Postictal Care, Proprioception, Migraine, Guillain-
Barre, Safety, Aging Changes, Neurotransmitters,
Myelin, Nystagmus, Aphasia, Apraxia, Agnosia
Exam Questions Verified and Complete with A+
Graded Rationales Latest Updated 2026
1. What are the two divisions of the nervous system?
a.Somatic and the autonomic
b.Cerebellum and the brainstem
c.Medulla oblongata and the diencephalon
d.Central and the peripheral
d.Central and the peripheral
Two divisions of the nervous system:
-The central: Brain and spinal cord
*Interpret incoming sensory info and instructions based on past experiences.
-The peripheral: Nerves lie outside the CNS
Division of the peripheral nervous system:
1. Somatic:
-Sends messages to CNS via sensory (afferent) neurons
-Recieves messages from CNS to skeletal muscles (voluntary) via motor (efferent) neurons
2. Autonomic:
-Involuntary muscles: without control
-Cardiac muscles
-smooth muscles
-certain glands
,Division of Autonomic System:
-Sympathetic: Fight of Flight
-Parasympathetic: Rest and digest
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2. What is the cranial nerve that supplies most of the organs in the thoracic and abdominal
cavities and also carries motor fibers to glands that produce digestive juices and other
secretions?
a.Somatic motor nerve
b.Visceral sensory nerve
c.Abducens nerve
d.Vagus nerve
d.Vagus nerve: Cranial X
The vagus nerve extends from the throat, larynx, and organs in the thoracic and abdominal
cavities.
It is responsible for sensations and will accelerate peristalsis when stimulated.
Function:
-Sensations of throat, larynx, and thoracic and abdominal organs
-swallowing
-voice production
-slowing of heartbeat
-acceleration of peristalsis
c. Abducens Nerve:
-Cranial VI
-from brain to external eye muscles
pg. 648
3. The newly admitted patient to the emergency room 30 minutes ago after a fall off a ladder
has gradually decreased in consciousness and has slowly reacting pupils, a widening pulse
pressure, and verbal responses that are slow and unintelligible. What is the most appropriate
position for the patient?
, a.Neck placed in a neutral position
b.Head raised slightly with hips flexed
c.Supine in gravity neutral position
d.Turn on right side with head elevated
a.Neck placed in a neutral position
Place the neck in a neutral position (not flexed or extended) to promote venous drainage.
Nursing Interventions:
-Elevate HOB 30-45 degree
-Neck in Neutral Position
-Position pt to avoid flexion of hips, neck, and waist
-Avoid Isometric or resistive exercises
-Restrict Fluid intake
-Avoid Valsava Maneuver: enemas, laxatives, straining
-Foley on pt that is not alert (due to large amount of urine)
-Suctioning (only if necessary & no longer than 10 mins) provide O2 before and after
-O2 via mask or cannula
-Hypothermia blanket (increase temp, increases brain damage)
pg. 662
4. Which question is likely to elicit the most valid response from the patient who is being
interviewed about a neurologic problem?
a."Do you have any sensations of pins and needles in your feet?"
b."Does the pain radiate from your back into your legs?"
c."Can you describe the sensations you are having?"
d."Do you ever have any nausea or dizziness?"
c."Can you describe the sensations you are having?"
For patients with suspected neurologic conditions, the presence of many symptoms or
subjective data may be significant.
Offering leading questions is not beneficial and may allow the patient to give misinformation.
Questions should be specific about symptoms.
Autonomic Function, Reflexes, Motor & Sensory
Assessment, Glasgow & FOUR Scales, ICP Signs,
Seizures, Degenerative Diseases, Stroke,
Parkinson’s, Alzheimer’s, Myasthenia Gravis, ALS,
Huntington’s, Myelogram, Neurologic Diagnostics,
Postictal Care, Proprioception, Migraine, Guillain-
Barre, Safety, Aging Changes, Neurotransmitters,
Myelin, Nystagmus, Aphasia, Apraxia, Agnosia
Exam Questions Verified and Complete with A+
Graded Rationales Latest Updated 2026
1. What are the two divisions of the nervous system?
a.Somatic and the autonomic
b.Cerebellum and the brainstem
c.Medulla oblongata and the diencephalon
d.Central and the peripheral
d.Central and the peripheral
Two divisions of the nervous system:
-The central: Brain and spinal cord
*Interpret incoming sensory info and instructions based on past experiences.
-The peripheral: Nerves lie outside the CNS
Division of the peripheral nervous system:
1. Somatic:
-Sends messages to CNS via sensory (afferent) neurons
-Recieves messages from CNS to skeletal muscles (voluntary) via motor (efferent) neurons
2. Autonomic:
-Involuntary muscles: without control
-Cardiac muscles
-smooth muscles
-certain glands
,Division of Autonomic System:
-Sympathetic: Fight of Flight
-Parasympathetic: Rest and digest
pg. 644
2. What is the cranial nerve that supplies most of the organs in the thoracic and abdominal
cavities and also carries motor fibers to glands that produce digestive juices and other
secretions?
a.Somatic motor nerve
b.Visceral sensory nerve
c.Abducens nerve
d.Vagus nerve
d.Vagus nerve: Cranial X
The vagus nerve extends from the throat, larynx, and organs in the thoracic and abdominal
cavities.
It is responsible for sensations and will accelerate peristalsis when stimulated.
Function:
-Sensations of throat, larynx, and thoracic and abdominal organs
-swallowing
-voice production
-slowing of heartbeat
-acceleration of peristalsis
c. Abducens Nerve:
-Cranial VI
-from brain to external eye muscles
pg. 648
3. The newly admitted patient to the emergency room 30 minutes ago after a fall off a ladder
has gradually decreased in consciousness and has slowly reacting pupils, a widening pulse
pressure, and verbal responses that are slow and unintelligible. What is the most appropriate
position for the patient?
, a.Neck placed in a neutral position
b.Head raised slightly with hips flexed
c.Supine in gravity neutral position
d.Turn on right side with head elevated
a.Neck placed in a neutral position
Place the neck in a neutral position (not flexed or extended) to promote venous drainage.
Nursing Interventions:
-Elevate HOB 30-45 degree
-Neck in Neutral Position
-Position pt to avoid flexion of hips, neck, and waist
-Avoid Isometric or resistive exercises
-Restrict Fluid intake
-Avoid Valsava Maneuver: enemas, laxatives, straining
-Foley on pt that is not alert (due to large amount of urine)
-Suctioning (only if necessary & no longer than 10 mins) provide O2 before and after
-O2 via mask or cannula
-Hypothermia blanket (increase temp, increases brain damage)
pg. 662
4. Which question is likely to elicit the most valid response from the patient who is being
interviewed about a neurologic problem?
a."Do you have any sensations of pins and needles in your feet?"
b."Does the pain radiate from your back into your legs?"
c."Can you describe the sensations you are having?"
d."Do you ever have any nausea or dizziness?"
c."Can you describe the sensations you are having?"
For patients with suspected neurologic conditions, the presence of many symptoms or
subjective data may be significant.
Offering leading questions is not beneficial and may allow the patient to give misinformation.
Questions should be specific about symptoms.
