The nurse assesses a patient for signs of meningeal irritation and observes for nuchal rigidity. What indicates the presence of this sign of meningeal irritation?
A. Tonic spasms of the legs
B. Curling in a fetal position
C. Arching of the neck and back
D. Resistance to flexion of the neck
Answer: D. Resistance to flexion of the neck
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How does today's healthcare consumerism affect the need for collaboration?
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What are the five "rights" of case management?
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Persons who wander may not rest when they become fatigued.
Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)