An association between Parkinson's disease and combat-related traumatic brain injury (TBI) has been established. This disorder may develop years after TBI as a result of damage to the _________________________/_______________________
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
basal ganglia
Rationale: Neurocognitive disorders, such as Parkinson's disease are related to TBI.
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After the client teaching has been completed, the nurse identifies which of the following as potential evaluation outcomes: Standard Text: Select all that apply
1. Teaching may have to be modified 2. Follow-up teaching may be needed 3. Behavior changes immediately 4. Clients may forget some things 5. Review is seldom necessary
Which of the following is a true statement about differing health belief systems?
a. Personalistic or magicoreligious beliefs have been superseded in Western minds by biomedical principles. b. In most cultures, older adults are likely to treat themselves using traditional methods before turning to biomedical professionals. c. Ayurvedic medicine is another name for traditional Chinese medicine. d. The belief that health depends on main-taining a balance among opposite qualities is characteristic of a magicoreligious belief system.
A client presents to the primary care clinic and is disheveled in appearance, with stained, dirty clothing, body odor, and uncombed hair. Based on this observation, which topics should the nurse assess during the history and physical exam?
Select all that apply. 1. Occupation. 2. Depression. 3. Smoking history. 4. Self-concept. 5. Immunization status.
Patients with acute pancreatitis are cared for in the intensive care unit. Why is this necessary?
A) Need expert nursing care B) Need quiet C) Need visitors monitored D) Need personal attention