FNP 2 Neuro Exam |Questions and Complete
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What is a primary headache? - ANSWER A headache that is not associated with other
diseases.
Common types of primary headaches? - ANSWER Migraine, tension and cluster
What is a secondary headache? - ANSWER A headache that is associated with another
disease process and will usually not resolve until the causative disease is identified and
treated.
New onset headaches in the elderly are generally what type? - ANSWER Secondary
Most common form of headaches? - ANSWER Migraines
Characteristics of migraine headaches? - ANSWER Usually unilateral, bifrontal or global
onset, with or without aura, usually photophobia, patient will want a cool, dark room,
activity will make pain less
How long will a migraine usually last? - ANSWER 4-72 hours
Characteristics of tension headaches? - ANSWER Bilateral onset of pain, pressure,
tightness that is band-like, pain not increased with activity, duration is variable
Characteristics of cluster headaches? - ANSWER Always unilateral with pain beginning
around the temple or the eye, pain peaks in minutes, can be a accompanied by red eyes,
tears, rhinorrhea. Can wake patient up at night
, How long do cluster headaches typically last? - ANSWER 30-90 minutes on average but
can be up to 180 minutes
Common trigger of cluster headaches? - ANSWER ETOH
What is multiple sclerosis? - ANSWER a recurrent, chronic demyelinating disorder of the
CNS that is characterized by episodes of focal neurological dysfunction
What age is likely affected by MS? - ANSWER Can be any age but is commonly people
20-40 years old
Which gender more commonly presents with MS? - ANSWER Women
What is Parkinson's disorder? - ANSWER a slowly progressive movement disorder that is
largely caused by alteration in the dopamine containing neurons of the substancia nigra
Typical age of onset of Parkinsons? - ANSWER usually in the 6th decade of life or older
How is Parkinson's Diagnosed? - ANSWER By clinical evaluation which includes 6 cardinal
features: tremor at rest, rigidity, bradykinesia, flexed posture, loss of postural reflexes
and mask like facies. Response to dopamine therapy is diagnostic
Top 3 cardinal features of Parkinson's - ANSWER Tremors at rest (Pill rolling),
Bradykinesia, and rigidity
What is the treatment for Parkinson's - ANSWER Referral is typically indicated but
Levodopa is the most effective and commonly used treatment
Verified Answers
What is a primary headache? - ANSWER A headache that is not associated with other
diseases.
Common types of primary headaches? - ANSWER Migraine, tension and cluster
What is a secondary headache? - ANSWER A headache that is associated with another
disease process and will usually not resolve until the causative disease is identified and
treated.
New onset headaches in the elderly are generally what type? - ANSWER Secondary
Most common form of headaches? - ANSWER Migraines
Characteristics of migraine headaches? - ANSWER Usually unilateral, bifrontal or global
onset, with or without aura, usually photophobia, patient will want a cool, dark room,
activity will make pain less
How long will a migraine usually last? - ANSWER 4-72 hours
Characteristics of tension headaches? - ANSWER Bilateral onset of pain, pressure,
tightness that is band-like, pain not increased with activity, duration is variable
Characteristics of cluster headaches? - ANSWER Always unilateral with pain beginning
around the temple or the eye, pain peaks in minutes, can be a accompanied by red eyes,
tears, rhinorrhea. Can wake patient up at night
, How long do cluster headaches typically last? - ANSWER 30-90 minutes on average but
can be up to 180 minutes
Common trigger of cluster headaches? - ANSWER ETOH
What is multiple sclerosis? - ANSWER a recurrent, chronic demyelinating disorder of the
CNS that is characterized by episodes of focal neurological dysfunction
What age is likely affected by MS? - ANSWER Can be any age but is commonly people
20-40 years old
Which gender more commonly presents with MS? - ANSWER Women
What is Parkinson's disorder? - ANSWER a slowly progressive movement disorder that is
largely caused by alteration in the dopamine containing neurons of the substancia nigra
Typical age of onset of Parkinsons? - ANSWER usually in the 6th decade of life or older
How is Parkinson's Diagnosed? - ANSWER By clinical evaluation which includes 6 cardinal
features: tremor at rest, rigidity, bradykinesia, flexed posture, loss of postural reflexes
and mask like facies. Response to dopamine therapy is diagnostic
Top 3 cardinal features of Parkinson's - ANSWER Tremors at rest (Pill rolling),
Bradykinesia, and rigidity
What is the treatment for Parkinson's - ANSWER Referral is typically indicated but
Levodopa is the most effective and commonly used treatment
