The nurse is aware that when Korsakoff syndrome is suspected from behavioral cues, the syndrome can be confirmed by which diagnostic test?
a. Liver biopsy
b. Brain scan
c. Magnetic resonance imaging
d. Spinal tap
B
The individual with Korsakoff syndrome has grossly impaired memory and gait disturbance. Confabulation (making up stories) frequently is seen as an attempt to communicate. A brain scan will show brain atrophy; currently there is no treatment to reverse the condition.
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A male patient is to begin glyburide (Diabeta) for type 2 diabetes. Before the drug therapy begins, a priority action by the nurse will be to assess the patient's
A) blood pressure. B) potassium level. C) use of alcohol. D) use of salt in his diet.
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A) discussing past experiences B) working on time management skills C) encouraging the use of the family's current coping skills D) pointing out the connection between the situation and their responses
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a. The person who had abdominal surgery yesterday b. The person who is unaware of his high serum glucose levels. c. The person who is being admitted to a long-term care facility. d. The person who is beginning rehabilitation after a knee replacement.