You are caring for a patient with herpes zoster. Your recognize that this disease is one of the infections that may affect which of the following cranial nerves? Select all that apply

a. CN I d. CN IV
b. CN II e. CN V
c. CN III f. CN VI


C, D, F
Herpes zoster may affect cranial nerves III, IV, and VI, causing extraocular muscle palsy. Other infections that may affect these nerves include syphilis, scarlet fever, whooping cough, and botulism.

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The nurse has set up a group discussion for several families with chronically ill children. The nurse informs these parents that they may face which ethical issue?

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You have to prepare a short presentation on the history of epidemiology. Using your knowledge about history of statistics, who used statistics to improve public health in England?

A) William Farr B) John Graunt C) Florence Nightingale D) John Snow

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