The neurologist orders a magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scan of the brain and spine
What role does this test play in diagnosing MS?
What will be an ideal response?
MRI is used to reveal presence of lesions and plaques along myelin sheaths, including size and location.
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The nurse is setting up an IV infusion on an electronic infusion pump. After leaving the room, the pump alarms and reads high pressure. Which is the priority action by the nurse?
1. Resetting the pump to resume infusion 2. Discontinuing the client's IV access and restarting in a different area 3. Assessing the client's IV site and the tubing for kinks or closed roller clamps 4. Asking the client if the pump has been tampered with in any way
The nurse observes that a client responds better to health teaching when the nurse motivates him and assures him about the benefits of the teaching. In which of the following learning domains does the client's learning style fall?
A) Cognitive domain B) Affective domain C) Psychomotor domain D) Interpersonal domain
A number of barriers and concerns exist before the goals of a safe and efficient information technology (IT) system can be realized. Which of the following is NOT a barrier to adoption and use of IT in prescribing drugs?
1. Cost of initial setup 2. Access to highly skilled experts 3. Compatibility between systems 4. Patient confidentiality risks
A patient tells a nurse that he always uses boric acid solution to wash out his eyes. What would the nurse teach the patient?
A) "Boric acid should not be used; it is toxic when absorbed." B) "Good work! Continue with your cleansing routine." C) "Why in the world would you do such a thing?" D) "Maybe you should try something a little stronger."