What should a nurse explain when a patient with an SCI inquires what the physician means by a cone-down?
a. A cone is surgically placed over the spine to protect the cord.
b. Marks will be placed on either side of the injury to mark the area.
c. A cone-shaped wedge of bone will be placed between the vertebrae.
d. A detailed radiographic image will be taken of the spinal injury.
D
A cone-down radiographic image provides a very detailed picture of the lesion.
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A. Delivering care that demonstrates understanding and application to the patient's situation B. Speaking the patient's language. C. Understanding some health traditions of the patient. D. Knowledgeable of the patient's cultural background.
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A) Verbigeration B) Loose association C) Neologism D) Flight of ideas
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