SCRN Exam Prep Latest Update Questions and Answers

SCRN Exam Prep (Latest Update 2025 / 2026) Questions and Answers | Grade A | 100% Correct (Verified Solutions)

Question:

The nurse is teaching a senior citizen's group about signs and symptoms of a stroke. Which statement by the nurse would provide accurate information?

• "Take the person to the hospital if a headache lasts for more than 24 hours."
• "Stroke symptoms usually start when the person is awake and physically

active."

• "A person with a transient ischemic attack has mild symptoms that will go

away."

• "Call 911 immediately if a person develops slurred speech or difficulty

speaking."

Answer:

d

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Question:

When providing care to the patient with an acute stroke, which duty can be delegated to the LPN/LVN?

• Screen patient for tPA eligibility.
• Assess the patient's ability to swallow.
• Administer scheduled anticoagulant medications.
• Place equipment needed for seizure precautions in room.

Answer:

c

Question:

The nurse observes a student nurse assigned to initiate oral feedings for a 68- yr-old woman with an ischemic stroke. Which action by the student will require the nurse to intervene?

• Giving the patient 1 oz of water to swallow
• Telling the patient to perform a chin tuck before swallowing
• Assisting the patient to sit in a chair before feeding the patient
• Assessing cranial nerves III, IV, and VI before attempting feeding

Answer:

d

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Question:

A 74-yr-old man who has right-sided extremity paralysis related to a thrombotic stroke develops constipation. Which action should the nurse take first?

• Assist the patient to the bathroom every 2 hours.
• Provide incontinence briefs to wear during the day.
• Administer a bisacodyl (Dulcolax) rectal suppository every day.
• Arrange for several servings per day of cooked fruits and vegetables.

Answer:

d

Question:

Which modifiable risk factor for stroke would be most important for the nurse to include when planning a community education program?

• Hypertension
• Hyperlipidemia
• Alcohol consumption
• Oral contraceptive use

Answer:

a

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Question:

The nurse would expect to find what clinical manifestation in a patient admitted with a left-sided stroke?

• Impulsivity
• Impaired speech
• Left-side neglect
• Short attention span

Answer:

b

Question:

Which intervention is most appropriate when communicating with a patient with aphasia after a stroke?

• Present several thoughts at once so that the patient can connect the ideas.
• Ask open-ended questions to provide the patient the opportunity to speak.
• Finish the patient's sentences to minimize frustration associated with slow

speech.

• Use simple, short sentences accompanied by visual cues to enhance

comprehension.

Answer:

d

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