You are caring for a patient whom you suspect has had a stroke. She is having difficulty forming words resulting in slurred speech making it difficult for you to understand her. Which of the following would describe the condition of her speech?
A) Dysarthria
B) Ataxia
C) Dysphagia
D) Hypophasia
Answer: A
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A) Mediastinum B) Pleural membranes C) Trachea D) Pulmonary arteries
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What will be an ideal response?
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a. no additional material expenses. b. time saved. c. comfort for the patient. d. insurance reimbursement.
You need to perform an ECG on a patient who weighs 285 pounds. The patient is brought into the room in a wheelchair and informs you that she cannot move to the ECG table without assistance. You do not have the strength to lift the patient onto the table. What should you do?
A. Inform your supervisor that you cannot perform the ECG B. Perform the ECG on the patient without moving her from the wheelchair C. Politely explain to the patient that unless she can move to the table, you cannot perform the ECG D. Ask a coworker to assist you in moving the patient