Describe the cause of GBS
What will be an ideal response?
GBS is an acute inflammatory demyelinating syndrome of the peripheral nerves that affects the
normal transmission of electrical impulses along these nerves and consequently the function of
the organs and tissues they innervate. It has an acute onset of motor paralysis, usually ascending in
nature.
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A hospital refuses to allow a visitor with a seeing eye dog to enter the hospital. This violates the:
a. U.S. Constitution. b. Good Samaritan Act. c. Civil Liberties Act. d. Americans with Disabilities Act.
Which of the following is the most important reason for offering culturally sensitive care?
1. To make patients feel comfortable 2. To offer safe care 3. It is required by law 4. It increases patient satisfaction
The patient with CKD reports chronic fatigue and lethargy with weakness and mild shortness of breath with dizziness when rising to a standing position. In addition, the nurse notes pale mucous membranes. Based on the patient's illness and the presenting symptoms, which laboratory result does the nurse expect to see?
a. Low hemoglobin and hematocrit b. Low white cell count c. Low blood glucose d. Low oxygen saturation
A family is grieving after learning of a family member's accidental death. The transplant coordinator requests to talk with the family about possible organ and tissue donation. The nurse recognizes that
a. All religions allow for organ donation. b. Life support must be removed before organ and tissue retrieval occurs. c. The best time for organ and tissue donation is immediately after the autopsy. d. The transplant coordinator is working in accordance with federal law.