#1
Which of the following is NOT a component of the Glasgow Coma Scale?
Respiratory Assessment
ExplanationIt does not include respiratory assessment.
#2
What is the highest score possible on the Glasgow Coma Scale?
15
ExplanationThe highest achievable score is 15.
#3
Which of the following is NOT a component of the Cincinnati Prehospital Stroke Scale?
Gait Assessment
ExplanationGait assessment is not part of the Cincinnati Prehospital Stroke Scale.
#4
What does the acronym FAST stand for in the context of stroke assessment?
Face, Arms, Speech, Time
ExplanationFAST stands for Face, Arms, Speech, and Time.
#5
What is the primary purpose of the National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale (NIHSS)?
Evaluate motor function
ExplanationIts primary purpose is to evaluate motor function.
#6
Which of the following is a characteristic feature of decorticate posturing?
Flexion of arms and extension of legs
ExplanationDecorticate posturing is characterized by arm flexion and leg extension.
#7
In the AVPU scale used for neurological assessment, what does 'U' stand for?
Unconscious
Explanation'U' stands for 'Unconscious'.
#8
Which of the following is a characteristic feature of decerebrate posturing?
Extension of arms and legs
ExplanationDecerebrate posturing involves extension of both arms and legs.
#9
What does the Glasgow Outcome Scale primarily assess?
Functional outcome after brain injury
ExplanationIt primarily assesses functional outcome after brain injury.
#10
What is the maximum score on the National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale (NIHSS)?
30
ExplanationThe maximum score is 30.
#11
Which of the following is used to assess pupillary response?
PERRLA
ExplanationPERRLA is used to assess pupillary response.
#12
Which of the following is a tool used for assessment of consciousness in non-verbal patients?
Rancho Los Amigos Scale
ExplanationIt's a tool for assessing consciousness in non-verbal patients.
#13
What is the primary purpose of the Fugl-Meyer Assessment?
Assess motor function
ExplanationIts primary purpose is to assess motor function.
#14
Which of the following is a tool used for assessment of sedation and agitation?
Richmond Agitation-Sedation Scale
ExplanationIt's used for assessment of sedation and agitation.
#15
Which of the following is a tool used for assessment of delirium?
Confusion Assessment Method (CAM)
ExplanationIt's used for assessment of delirium.