A nurse is assessing a client’s cranial nerves. Which of the following methods should the nurse use to assess cranial nerve II?

Listen to the client’s speech

Ask the client to identify scented aromas

Ask the client to clench his teeth

Ask the client to read a Snellen chart

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is D

Choice A rationale: Listening to the client's speech is not related to the assessment of cranial nerve II.

Choice B rationale: Assessing the ability to identify scented aromas is more related to cranial nerve I (olfactory nerve).

Choice C rationale: Asking the client to clench their teeth is related to the assessment of cranial nerve V (trigeminal nerve).

Choice D rationale: Cranial nerve II, the optic nerve, is responsible for vision. The nurse should use the Snellen chart to assess visual acuity.

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Correct Answer is B

Explanation

Choice A rationale: The Cowper gland and bulbourethral gland refer to the same structure. This gland is responsible for the secretion described.

Choice B rationale: The prostate gland produces a thin, milky alkaline fluid that helps to neutralize the acidity of the vagina and nourish the sperm.

Choice C rationale: The bulbourethral gland (Cowper's gland) secretes a thin, clear mucus-like fluid that helps neutralize acidic urine remnants in the urethra and enhances the viability of sperm during ejaculation.

Choice D rationale: The median sulcus is a groove on the external surface of the penis and is not involved in the secretion of fluids related to sperm viability.

A. paralysis. B. hemiparesis. C. paraphasia. D. paresthesia.

Correct Answer is D

Explanation

Choice A rationale: Paralysis refers to the loss of muscle function and is not consistent with burning or tingling sensations.

Choice B rationale: Hemiparesis refers to weakness on one side of the body and is not specific to abnormal sensations in the extremities.

Choice C rationale: Paraphasia refers to language disturbances and is not related to the described abnormal sensations in the extremities.

Choice D rationale: Abnormal sensations of burning or tingling in the extremities are indicative of paresthesia. Paresthesia refers to abnormal sensations, such as tingling or prickling, often associated with nerve dysfunction.

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