An autopsy shows that Lewy bodies were present in a patient's brain. Which of the following characteristics did the living patient probably exhibit?
A) Hemiparesis
B) Tremor
C) Diplopia
D) Aphasia
B
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Lewy bodies are found in patients with Parkinson's disease. Choices A, C, and D are associated more with stroke.
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A. Asked about the patient's religion B. Assessed the patient's meaning of life C. Consulted a chaplain for a patient case D. Inquired about religious rituals in health
The nurse is caring for a terminally ill patient who is actively dying and refuses to eat anything other than a few bites of ice cream
The patient's family member approaches the nurse and requests that a feeding tube be inserted so that her loved one will not starve to death. What is the best response of the nurse? a. "Loss of appetite is a natural part of the dying process. Tube feedings would be uncomfortable and cause nausea." b. "I will contact the physician to obtain an order to insert the tube and start tube feedings." c. "Intravenous fluids would be more comfortable for the patient than a tube feeding. I will call the doctor to get the order." d. "I will listen to the patient's abdomen to make sure that bowel sounds are present and try encouraging oral fluids."
The nurse is using critical thinking to better understand a patient. The nurse is working in which part of the nursing process?
1. Implementation 2. Nursing diagnosis and outcome identification 3. Assessment 4. Planning
The nurse evaluates a client taking a high daily dose of duloxetine (Cymbalta) for which signs and symptoms? (Select all that apply.)
1. Suicidal ideation 2. Increased libido 3. Liver failure 4. Seizures 5. Hypotension