After a stroke, a patient is having difficulty swallowing. The nurse may make a referral to what member of the healthcare team?
A) physical therapist C) social worker
B) speech therapist D) respiratory therapist
B
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The patient has pertussis. What isolation precaution is correctly implemented?
a. Droplet b. Airborne c. Contact d. Protective
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There is no decrease in the effectiveness of vaccines in a child with a mild infection at the time of vaccination
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
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Which area of the body when damaged commonly results in spasticity?
A. Cerebral cortex B. Peripheral nerves C. Brainstem D. Spinal cord
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Which assessment finding by the nurse characterizes a mild concussion?
a. A brief loss of consciousness b. Significant behavioral changes c. Retrograde amnesia d. Permanent confusion
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