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1. Testing the biceps reflex helps localize lesions in which
cervical nerve root?: C5
2. Testing the brachioradialis reflex helps localize lesions in
which cervical nerve root?: C6
3. Testing the triceps reflex helps localize lesions in which
cervical nerve root?: C7
4. Testing the knee jerk reflex helps localize lesions in which
nerve root(s)?: L3/L4
5. Testing the Achilles reflex helps localize lesions in which
nerve root(s)?: L5/S1
6. What is being tested with a monofilament for diabetic
neuropathy?: Intact sensation
7. Decreased sensation to monofilament testing in the feet of a
patient with diabetes may indicate an increased risk of which
complication?: Skin ulcers 8. Where is the dermatome that
corresponds to the C6 nerve root?: In the thumb and 1st web space
9. Where is the dermatome that corresponds approximately to
the T10 nerve root?: At the level of the umbilicus
10. Which is TRUE regarding Hoffman's maneuver?: It indicates
upper motor neuron involvement.
11. What is a positive Lhermitte's sign?: It involves flexion of the
neck causing an "electric-like" sensation that runs down the back.
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12. What physical exam finding is indicative of a cervical nerve
root radiculopathy?: Positive foraminal compression test
13. What type of headache might present with a "thunderclap"
intense onset of pain?: Headache due to a subarachnoid
hemorrhage
14. What type of headache is often associated with symptoms of
nausea, photophobia, and phonophobia: Migraine headache
15. Which cranial nerve (CN) affects the sensory as well as the
motor function of the face?: trigeminal nerve
16. What cranial nerve (CN) palsy leads to the eye not being able
to move laterally on exam?: CN VI: abducens nerve
17. Which three cranial nerves control ocular movements?: III,
IV, and VI 18. How do you test for an afferent pupillary defect on a
physical examination?: Using the swinging flashlight test
19. What is a Snellen chart used for during a cranial nerve
examination?: To test visual acuity
20 Which cranial nerve (CN) do the Weber and Rinne tests
evaluate?: CN VIII: cochlear nerve
21. Which cranial nerves (CN) are tested by asking the patient to
elevate their palate by saying "AH?": CN X: vagus nerve and CN IX:
glossopharyngeal nerve 22. Which cranial nerve (CN) is tested by
asking the patient to turn their head against resistance?: CN XI:
accessory nerve
1. Testing the biceps reflex helps localize lesions in which
cervical nerve root?: C5
2. Testing the brachioradialis reflex helps localize lesions in
which cervical nerve root?: C6
3. Testing the triceps reflex helps localize lesions in which
cervical nerve root?: C7
4. Testing the knee jerk reflex helps localize lesions in which
nerve root(s)?: L3/L4
5. Testing the Achilles reflex helps localize lesions in which
nerve root(s)?: L5/S1
6. What is being tested with a monofilament for diabetic
neuropathy?: Intact sensation
7. Decreased sensation to monofilament testing in the feet of a
patient with diabetes may indicate an increased risk of which
complication?: Skin ulcers 8. Where is the dermatome that
corresponds to the C6 nerve root?: In the thumb and 1st web space
9. Where is the dermatome that corresponds approximately to
the T10 nerve root?: At the level of the umbilicus
10. Which is TRUE regarding Hoffman's maneuver?: It indicates
upper motor neuron involvement.
11. What is a positive Lhermitte's sign?: It involves flexion of the
neck causing an "electric-like" sensation that runs down the back.
, .
12. What physical exam finding is indicative of a cervical nerve
root radiculopathy?: Positive foraminal compression test
13. What type of headache might present with a "thunderclap"
intense onset of pain?: Headache due to a subarachnoid
hemorrhage
14. What type of headache is often associated with symptoms of
nausea, photophobia, and phonophobia: Migraine headache
15. Which cranial nerve (CN) affects the sensory as well as the
motor function of the face?: trigeminal nerve
16. What cranial nerve (CN) palsy leads to the eye not being able
to move laterally on exam?: CN VI: abducens nerve
17. Which three cranial nerves control ocular movements?: III,
IV, and VI 18. How do you test for an afferent pupillary defect on a
physical examination?: Using the swinging flashlight test
19. What is a Snellen chart used for during a cranial nerve
examination?: To test visual acuity
20 Which cranial nerve (CN) do the Weber and Rinne tests
evaluate?: CN VIII: cochlear nerve
21. Which cranial nerves (CN) are tested by asking the patient to
elevate their palate by saying "AH?": CN X: vagus nerve and CN IX:
glossopharyngeal nerve 22. Which cranial nerve (CN) is tested by
asking the patient to turn their head against resistance?: CN XI:
accessory nerve
