The student nurse is researching relapsing-progressive forms of multiple sclerosis (MS). What characteristic(s) is/are typical of this form of the disease? (Select all that apply.)
a. Steadily worsens
b. Partial remissions
c. Clear, acute relapses
d. Temporary minor improvements
e. Long plateau periods
A, C
Steady worsening and clear acute relapses are the principle characteristics of relaps-ing-progressive MS.
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A) High protein, low fat B) Low carbohydrate C) Low salt D) Liquid
The nurse is caring for a patient who has been declared brain dead. The patient is considered a potential organ donor. In order to proceed with donation, the nurse understands that:
a. a signed donor card mandates that organs be retrieved in the event of brain death. b. after brain death has been determined, perfusion and oxygenation of organs is maintained until organs can be removed in the operating room. c. the healthcare proxy does not need to give consent for the retrieval of organs. d. once a patient has been established as brain dead, life support is withdrawn and organs are retrieved.
The nurse is assessing a new client who is being admitted due to possible mineral toxicities. Mineral toxicities can occur for various reasons. Which of the following is one of those reasons?
A) Unbalanced choice of foods B) Excessive use of mineral supplements C) Normal body metabolism D) Home-processed foods
A comprehensive nursing assessment for NMS would necessarily include what?
A) Headache, muscle aches, and paresthesias B) Confusion, giddiness, and hyperalertness C) Muscular rigidity, tremors, and difficulty swallowing D) Dry mouth, flushing, and urinary retention