The nurse clarifies that the difference between a myelomeningocele and a meningocele is that the cyst of a myelomeningocele contains:
a. Membranes and CSF
b. Membranes only
c. Membranes, CSF, and the spinal cord
d. CSF only
C
The myelomeningocele contains membranes, CSF, and the spinal cord. This neural tube lesion can be the size of a walnut or as large as the baby's head.
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usually involves being hunted by individuals who wish to harm her. She tells the nurse that the awakening consistently takes place between 4 and 5 AM. The nurse assesses this disorder as being most consistent with DSM-IV-TR criteria for a. sleep talking. b. nightmare disorder. c. night terror disorder. d. REM sleep behavior disorder.
A frail older cognitively impaired client has developed a urinary tract infection. Which signs and symptoms would the nurse expect to find?
A) hypertension B) flank pain C) increased confusion D) high fever
Which of the following is not a possible hazard of oxygen administration?
a. obliteration of the stimulus to breathe in patients with chronic pulmonary disease b. atelectasis due to decreased nitrogen c. decreased production of surfactant d. obstruction of nasal passages
A patient states, "I'm starting cognitive-behavioral therapy. What can I expect from the sessions?" Which responses by the nurse would be appropriate? Select all that apply
a. "The therapist will be active and questioning." b. "You will be given some homework assignments." c. "The therapist will ask you to describe your dreams." d. "The therapist will help you look at your ideas and beliefs about yourself." e. "The goal is to increase subjectivity about thoughts that govern your behavior."