Exam Preview for 2273: My Patient has Neurological Deficits

My Patient has Neurological Deficits – Now What?

Please note: exam questions are subject to change.

1. Which hemisphere is typically considered the "dominant hemisphere" in right-handed individuals? Right hemisphere Both hemispheres equally Left hemisphere None of the above
2. If patients have difficulties manipulating equipment, such as their metered dose inhaler, due to visual/spatial deficits, which lobe is primarily affected? Brainstem Frontal lobe Pons and medulla Parietal lobe
3. How might left neglect affect a patient undergoing respiratory treatments? They can easily listen to the respiratory therapist (RT) providing instructions on either the right or left without problems They may experience issues with breathing on the left side They will make eye contact with the RT on both their right and left sides They may only attend to the RT when present on the right side
4. Which action related to oral care might trigger care resistant behaviors (CRBs) in dementia patients? Forceful insertion of swab or brush into the mouth Gentle brushing of teeth with a soft toothbrush Encouraging the patient to rinse with mouthwash Skipping oral care altogether
5. In situations where speech is unclear, what type of questions can the RT ask to help clarify the patient's message? Open-ended questions Yes/no questions Rhetorical questions Hypothetical questions