Exam 20: Assisting in Neurology and Mental Health

If a patient describes seeing an aura before the onset of a severe headache,this often is a sign of

If a physician suspects that an infection or inflammation of the CNS is present,what type of test will be ordered?

The signs and symptoms of a brain tumor occur because of increased intracranial pressure.

The parasympathetic nervous system slows the heart rate,constricts the bronchioles,and increases digestive system function.

Which statement is not true of TIAs?

A patient with a spinal cord injury that resulted in complete transection of the cord and paraplegia can still walk with assistance.

In its embryonic stage,the CNS begins as the neural tube.

Lumbar puncture to collect CSF does not necessarily have to be performed as a sterile procedure.

The outer layer of the meninges is called the ______________ ("hard mother"),because it is a tough membrane,similar to a very strong rubber band.

Which type of paralysis from spinal cord transection occurs in the upper thoracic or cervical region of the spinal cord?

A lumbar puncture often is performed to determine the CSF pressure.

The Glasgow Coma Scale assesses patient responses in what three areas?

A primary symptom of meningitis is a stiff neck.

Which of the following is an autoimmune disease that causes progressive inflammation and deterioration of the myelin sheath?

Violently shaking a baby is dangerous because of the baby's undeveloped neck muscles.

Which types of seizures are characterized by staring,subtle body movements,and brief lapses of awareness?

Which condition is not usually associated with injuries caused by accidents?

CNS tumors can be diagnosed by which of the following means?

What structure connects the two halves of the brain?

A positive Brudzinski's sign is indicative of meningitis.