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NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) Complete
Answer Key 2025/2026 | Test Groups
A–F (Patients 1–6) | Verified
Rationales
Complete NIHSS answer key for Test Groups A–F, Patients 1–6.
Includes verified scores for all 11 categories: LOC, gaze, visual fields,
facial palsy, motor function, limb ataxia, sensory, language,
dysarthria, and extinction/inattention. Each entry features brief
clinical rationales explaining stroke localization. Updated for
2025/2026. Essential for RNs, MDs, EMTs, and students preparing
for NIH Stroke Scale certification or stroke unit competency review.
Section 1: Introduction & Formatting
Q1: What is the primary purpose of this document?
A: It provides the complete and updated answer key for the NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS)
Groups A through F, covering Patients 1–6. It is designed for healthcare
professionals, students, and clinical staff preparing for NIHSS certification or review.
Q2: How are the answers formatted in this guide?
A: The format is grouped by Test Group (A–F), then by Patient (1–6). Each patient's
score is outlined per NIHSS category (1a–11). Correct scoring selections are
highlighted and include brief rationales based on patient responses.
NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) Complete
Answer Key 2025/2026 | Test Groups
A–F (Patients 1–6) | Verified
Rationales
Complete NIHSS answer key for Test Groups A–F, Patients 1–6.
Includes verified scores for all 11 categories: LOC, gaze, visual fields,
facial palsy, motor function, limb ataxia, sensory, language,
dysarthria, and extinction/inattention. Each entry features brief
clinical rationales explaining stroke localization. Updated for
2025/2026. Essential for RNs, MDs, EMTs, and students preparing
for NIH Stroke Scale certification or stroke unit competency review.
Section 1: Introduction & Formatting
Q1: What is the primary purpose of this document?
A: It provides the complete and updated answer key for the NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS)
Groups A through F, covering Patients 1–6. It is designed for healthcare
professionals, students, and clinical staff preparing for NIHSS certification or review.
Q2: How are the answers formatted in this guide?
A: The format is grouped by Test Group (A–F), then by Patient (1–6). Each patient's
score is outlined per NIHSS category (1a–11). Correct scoring selections are
highlighted and include brief rationales based on patient responses.
