#1
Which of the following is not a component of the NIH Stroke Scale?
Language assessment
ExplanationNIH Stroke Scale does not include language assessment.
#2
What does the NIH Stroke Scale assess primarily?
Motor function
ExplanationNIH Stroke Scale primarily evaluates motor function.
#3
What does the NIH Stroke Scale score not include?
Visual field examination
ExplanationNIH Stroke Scale score does not cover visual field examination.
#4
Which of the following is not a category in the NIH Stroke Scale motor assessment?
Tongue motor function
ExplanationTongue motor function is not a category in the motor assessment.
#5
Which of the following is not assessed in the NIH Stroke Scale's language function evaluation?
Repetition
ExplanationRepetition is not assessed in the language function evaluation.
#6
What score on the NIH Stroke Scale indicates a severe stroke?
21-42
ExplanationScores from 21 to 42 indicate severe stroke.
#7
Which of the following is assessed in the NIH Stroke Scale's motor function evaluation?
All of the above
ExplanationMotor function evaluation includes all options listed.
#8
What is the maximum score possible for the NIH Stroke Scale?
42
ExplanationMaximum score possible on NIH Stroke Scale is 42.
#9
Which part of the NIH Stroke Scale primarily evaluates language function?
Item 6a
ExplanationItem 6a of NIH Stroke Scale evaluates language function primarily.
#10
Which of the following statements about the NIH Stroke Scale is correct?
It is a diagnostic tool used to assess stroke severity
ExplanationNIH Stroke Scale is used as a diagnostic tool for assessing stroke severity.
#11
What does the NIH Stroke Scale score range from?
0-42
ExplanationNIH Stroke Scale scores range from 0 to 42.
#12
In the NIH Stroke Scale, what does the abbreviation 'LOC' stand for?
Level of consciousness
ExplanationAbbreviation 'LOC' in NIH Stroke Scale stands for Level of Consciousness.
#13
Which of the following is not a potential complication of using the NIH Stroke Scale?
Inaccuracy in assessing motor function
ExplanationInaccuracy in assessing motor function is not a potential complication.
#14
What is the maximum score for the NIH Stroke Scale's level of consciousness assessment?
4
ExplanationMaximum score for level of consciousness assessment is 4.
#15
Which of the following items is not included in the NIH Stroke Scale's sensory examination?
Taste perception
ExplanationTaste perception is not included in the sensory examination.