A client who has myasthenia gravis (MG) exhibits increased muscle weakness, difficulty swallowing, and respiratory distress. Cholinergic crisis is diagnosed and is medically treated by:
a. administrating atropine
b. conducting a Tensilon test
c. providing oxygen by a mask
d. performing a tracheotomy
A
Myasthenia crisis occurs when the client experiences difficulty swallowing, chewing, or talking; increased muscle weakness; and respiratory crisis. Myasthenia crisis is a medical emergency. Medical management includes prescribed anticholinesterase medications (atropine).
You might also like to view...
A nurse manager working for a not-for-profit organization should be familiar with the regulations that impact the organization. Not-for-profit organizations:
a. Pay dividends to stockholders. b. Can refuse clients who are unable to pay. c. Have no paid employees. d. Pay no taxes.
Which of the following assists in the diagnosis of myasthenia gravis?
A. Tensilon test B. Tinel sign C. McGill questionnaire D. ACTH challenge test
Itraconazole has been prescribed for a patient with onychomycosis. Prior to the use of this drug, the nurse should review the patient's history and assess the patient for signs of which problem(s)? You may select more than one answer
a. Heart failure b. Autoimmune hemolytic anemia c. Ulcerative colitis d. Lupus e. Osteoarthritis
Which type of statistics explains characteristics of variables found in a sample and describes, summarizes, and synthesizes collected data?
a. Descriptive b. Inferential c. Explanatory d. Intuitive