Which of the following terms is used to describe a temporary loss of consciousness during which there is overactivity of part of the brain, often resulting in uncontrolled body movement?
A. tremor
B. vertigo
C. seizure
D. convulsion
Answer: C
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The nurse at the pediatric clinic gives the mother of an infant a written record of the infant's immune sera use. The nurse encourages the mother to keep the information. What is the rationale behind keeping a written record of immune sera use?
A) To keep track of where the immune sera was given B) To identify who gave the immune sera C) To avoid future reactions D) To identify the lot number of the immune sera used
What statement by the client indicates a need for additional teaching about his or her spinal cord tumor and treatment?
A. "I know that because my symptoms occurred so quickly, I am likely to be cured quickly by surgery." B. "I understand that radiation therapy can shrink the tumor but that radiation can cause more problems, too." C. "I am glad you are here to turn me—laying in one position for long makes my pain worse, even if turning is uncomfortable." D. "My family is making some changes at home for me, including moving my bed-room downstairs."
Which of the following nurses would most likely be determined to have performed an at-risk behavior?
A) An obstetrical nurse who forgot to check a newborn infant's car seat before the mother and infant were discharged. B) A nurse who pre-poured a client's medications at the beginning of a shift, but then suddenly had to go home sick, creating confusion. C) A nurse who disconnected a client's call light in order to "punish" the client, resulting in a client fall. D) A nurse who falsely documented a safety check before a client's suicide attempt.