Degeneration of the neurons in the basal ganglia leads to ________.
A. stroke
B. Parkinson's disease
C. Alzheimer's disease
D. schizophrenia
Answer: B
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a. have a variety of medical diagnoses. c. are in the hospital only 3 days or less. b. are in the acute phase of their illness. d. are at similar stages of adaptation.
When preparing a client for a Papanicolaou smear, the nurse should place the client in which position?
a. dorsal lithotomy c. knee-chest b. high Fowler's d. prone
Mr. Walder is a 56-year-old man who has been complaining of chest palpitations. Which position is useful for auscultating heart sounds?
a. Prone b. Dorsal recumbent c. Left lateral recumbent d. Right Sims
The nurse is confident that a young adult has successfully achieved psychosocial development. What observations about the client did the nurse make to come to this conclusion?
1. Discusses plans to expand his exercise routine to include running 2. Is optimistic about finding a new job 3. Volunteers weekly at the local senior center 4. Recognizes that professional sports may be enjoyed but does not aspire to participating 5. May be "too bald" to play Santa Claus