Which of the following terms is used to describe periodic, sudden attacks of involuntary muscular contractions and relaxations?

A. hyperkinesia
B. convulsions
C. tremor
D. stupor


Answer: B

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The nurse responds: a. "Do you believe that abuse does not exist in well-respected, professional families?" b. "I know that it is difficult to believe what your child is saying about your spouse, but abuse has occurred.". c. "I know your spouse and I have never seen him be unkind or abusive to patients, but that is no proof of innocence.". d. "Your spouse seems to have a very stressful, demanding practice. That can be a risk factor for losing one's temper when angry.".

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The nurse is assessing a patient recovering from a motor vehicle crash. Which assessment finding indicates that the patient is experiencing a pneumothorax?

A. Dullness to percussion at the base of the left lung B. Crackles throughout the left lung C. Hyperresonance to percussion at the apex of the left lung D. Shallow breathing

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