This is how Y.W. responded to painful stimuli when he was initially admitted. What is this
response called and what does it signify?
What will be an ideal response?
J.R. has decorticate posturing or abnormal flexion, characterized by abnormally flexing his
extremities to painful stimuli. This posturing signifies increasing intracranial pressure.
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A nurse assesses a client who is experiencing an absence seizure. For which clinical manifestations should the nurse assess? (Select all that apply.)
a. Intermittent rigidity b. Lip smacking c. Sudden loss of muscle tone d. Brief jerking of the extremities e. Picking at clothing f. Patting of the hand on the leg
A leader is planning to start a new self-esteem group. Which intervention would be most helpful for assuring mutual respect within the group?
a. Describe the importance of mutual respect in the first session, and make it a group norm. b. Exclude potential members whose behavior suggests they are likely to be disrespectful. c. Give members a brochure describing the purpose, norms, and expectations of group. d. Explain that mutual respect is expected, and confront those who aren't respectful.
The nurse is caring for a client who just learned of his terminal diagnosis. After the physician leaves, the nurse remains to answer further questions so that the client can make an informed decision about further treatment
By providing all available information, the nurse is promoting which ethical principle? A) The principle of justice B) The principle of nonmaleficence C) The principle of fidelity D) The principle of autonomy