A patient is being cared for after suffering a traumatic brain injury in a motorcycle accident

Since the patient has regained consciousness, the nurse has been prioritizing assessments related to the possibility of increased intracranial pressure (ICP). Assessment for early signs of increased ICP should focus most closely on which of the following parameters?
A) Muscle tone
B) Level of consciousness (LOC)
C) Vital signs
D) Pain level


B

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The nurse is going to assess a patient for learning. Which of the following should be assessed first?

a. learning style b. learning needs c. patient strengths d. previous experience and knowledge base

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A nurse is providing home care to an aging client whose has Medicare insurance. What

should the nurse explain to the client regarding the benefits of Medicare insurance? A) Moving to senior care centers B) Replacing care provided by the family C) Obtaining skilled nursing or therapy D) Obtaining payment for personal care services

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Which medication dosage is properly written?

A) .8 mg B) .125 mcg C) 00.125 mg D) 0.25 mg

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