Which of the Following Assessment Tools Should the Nurse Use

question 6

Multiple Choice

Which of the following assessment tools should the nurse use to perform a neurologic assessment?

• A) Cutaneous triggering
• B) Mini-Mental Status Examination
• C) Credé's maneuver
• D) Mechanical lift

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Definitions:

Unconscious Mind

A part of the mind that houses desires, memories, and knowledge of which the individual is not aware but that can still influence behaviors and thoughts.

Primitive Instincts

Innate impulses and behaviors that are thought to be deeply ingrained in humans and animals, typically aimed at survival and reproduction.

Aggression

Refers to behaviors that are intended to cause harm or pain to another individual.

Personality Measurement

It refers to techniques or tools used to quantitatively assess individuals' personality traits and characteristics.