Prac2 - Neurological Assessment Flashcards
1
Q
What are 5 common complaints of the neurological system?
A
- seizure
- tremor
- headache
- pain
- parasthesia
2
Q
If someone is admitted for observation of head trauma with no apparent bumps on head, which type of health assessment will be conducted?
A
- focused assessment on neurological system
- level of consciousness
- orientation to time, place, and person
- pupil reaction
- condition of skull
- vital signs
3
Q
If someone is admitted for observation of head trauma with no apparent bumps on head, what specific test might the nurse use to gather data related to lvl of consciousness?
A
- glasgow coma scale eye opening motor verbal responses are qualified and scored
4
Q
What does the Glasgow Coma Scale assess and between what scores?
A
3 being the worst and 15 being the best
Assesses:
- Eye Response
- Verbal Response
- Motor Response
5
Q
What is the difference in hemostasis and hyperemia?
A
HEMOSTASIS
stoppage of blood flow
HYPERMIA
excess of blood in any part of body
6
Q
On the Glasgow Coma Scale what score indicates a patient is comatose?
A
score is 7 or below
