Neurologic Emergencies Practice Test

A 19-year-old male in a college dorm presents with a severe headache, a fever of 103°F (39.4°C), and neck stiffness. He is lethargic and complains that the light hurts his eyes. During your assessment, you notice a petechial rash on his abdomen and chest.

You are treating a 68-year-old female with an acute onset of right-sided weakness and aphasia. Her vital signs are BP 190/100 mmHg, HR 88, RR 16, SpO2 96% on room air. You have successfully established an 18-gauge IV in her left arm.