Which cranial nerve is assessed when a nurse asks a client to stick out the tongue and move it side to side?
a. Vagus nerve (CN X)
b. Facial nerve (CN VII)
c. Abducens nerve (CN VI)
d. Hypoglossal nerve (CN XII)
ANS: D
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a. Stroke rehabilitation support group b. Blood pressure screening at the mall c. Bicycle safety class at the elementary school d. Drop by nutrition station at the grocery store
When teaching patients taking St. John's wort about drug and food interactions, the nurse will inform them of the following precautions:
A. Avoid foods containing large amounts of tyramine. B. Eat adequate amounts of meat and cheese. C. Increase the length of time in sunlight. D. Consult your physician before taking any over-the-counter flu and cold medications. E. It may decrease the effects of MAOIs.
Which scenario describes total anomalous pulmonary venous return?
a. The foramen ovale closes after birth. b. Pulmonary venous return is to the right atrium. c. Pulmonary venous return is to the left atrium. d. The left atrium receives oxygenated blood
A 62-year-old woman has not been to the clinic for an annual examination for 5 years. The recent death of her husband reminded her that she should come for a visit
Her family doctor has retired, and she is going to see the women's health nurse practitioner for her visit. To facilitate a positive health care experience, the nurse should: a. Remind the woman that she is long overdue for her examination and that she should come in annually. b. Listen carefully and allow extra time for this woman's health history interview. c. Reassure the woman that a nurse practitioner is just as good as her old doctor. d. Encourage the woman to talk about the death of her husband and her fears about her own death.