A client comes to the clinic and reports having weakness in the left arm and leg for the past week. The nurse should perform which type of neurological exam?

Glasgow Coma Scale

Complete neurological examination

Muscular examination

Neurologic recheck examination

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is B

A.   The Glasgow Coma Scale assesses a patient's level of consciousness, not specifically limb weakness.
B.   A complete neurological examination would involve assessing cranial nerves, motor and sensory functions, reflexes, coordination, and gait, which are essential when a client presents with unilateral weakness in the arm and leg.
C.   A muscular examination might focus more on muscle strength and tone but might not cover the breadth of neurological assessment needed in this scenario.
D.   Neurologic recheck examination suggests a reassessment after an initial neurological exam but doesn’t specify the need for a comprehensive evaluation.

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Correct Answer is C

Explanation

A. Plantarflexion and dorsiflexion refer to movements of the foot and are unrelated to the Phalen test.
B. Hyperextension of the wrists with the palmar surfaces touching is not the correct maneuver for the Phalen test.
C. The Phalen test involves holding both hands back to back while flexing the wrists at a 90- degree angle for about 60 seconds, which may induce symptoms of carpal tunnel syndrome in those affected.
D. Hyperextending the wrists with the palms together doesn’t simulate the stress on the median nerve in the same way as the Phalen test.

A. Vertebral column B. Intervertebral disks C. Vertebral foramen D. Nucleus pulposus

Correct Answer is B

Explanation

A. The vertebral column refers to the series of vertebrae forming the backbone, not specifically the shock absorbers.
B. Intervertebral disks are the fibrocartilage pads between vertebrae that act as shock absorbers, allowing movement and cushioning the spine.
C. The vertebral foramen is the opening in the vertebrae through which the spinal cord passes.
D. The nucleus pulposus is the gel-like inner core of the intervertebral disk, contributing to its flexibility and shock-absorbing properties.

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