A pt has been newly diagnosed with GBS. the nurse is teaching the pt and family about the condition. Which statement by the family indicates a need for additional teaching?
a. "he could recover in 4-6 months"
b. "he'll never be able to walk again"
c. "he will receive medication for pain"
d. "it usually starts with the legs and moves upward"
Answer: b. "he'll never be able to walk again"
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a. a falsely high reading. b. a falsely low reading. c. an average reading. d. an unaffected reading.
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A. hypersensitivity. B. down-regulation. C. intrinsic activity. D. selectivity.
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1. Heart rate 88 and regular 2. Blood pressure 156/90 mm Hg 3. Respiratory rate 18 and regular 4. Waist circumference 42 inches 5. Fasting capillary blood glucose 144 mg/dL