Neurological Assessment Questions With Correct Answers

When is a neurologic exam performed? - Answer -Comprehensive physical assessment -On a person with neurological concerns -Recheck examination on persons with demonstrated neurologic deficits who require periodic assessments Subjective questions to ask during a neurologic exam - Answer -Have you noticed any changes in your ability to move around or participate in usual activities? -Do you have any chronic disease? -High blood pressure? -Myasthenia gravis? -Multiple sclerosis? -In your family, has any ever had: -A stroke? -Seizures? -Tumor in brain or spinal cord? -Have you had changes in your ability to perform personal care? Safety issues can result in trauma: -Do you drink alcohol? -Have you ever used recreational drugs? -Do you use seat belts? Have you ever injured your head or spinal cord? -What changes have you experienced since injury? -Have you had surgery on your brain, spinal cord or nerves? -Have you ever had a stroke? -What changes have you had as a result of stroke? -Do you have a seizure disorder? -How often? -What do you do to prevent seizures? Neurological Symptoms - Answer -Headache -Migraine Headache -Cluster Headache -Tension Headache -Posttraumatic Headache -Mental Status Changes -Head Injury -Tremors -Dizziness, Vertigo and Syncope -Numbness or Loss of Sensation -Weakness -Difficulty Speaking -Difficulty Swallowing What is the most common neurologic symptom? - Answer Headache What percentage of headaches are benign? What percentage have underlying pathology? - Answer -90% are benign (muscular tension or vascular) -10% have underlying pathology