The nurse is aware that the diagnosis of multiple sclerosis (MS) is based on:
a. blood tests revealing identifiable MS markers.
b. lumbar puncture results revealing in-flammatory response.
c. muscle biopsies revealing characteristic lesions.
d. signs and symptoms assessed and reported by the patient.
D
Diagnosis is almost completely reliant on signs and symptoms demonstrated by the patient. Other diagnostic tests will likely be performed in order to confirm the diagnosis.
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a. Decrease in tear production b. Unequal pupillary constriction in response to light c. Presence of arcus senilis observed around the cornea d. Loss of the outer hair on the eyebrows attributable to a decrease in hair follicles
What is the best way for the nurse to decrease the risk of ventilator-associated pneumonia (VAP) in a ventilator-dependent client? (Select all that apply.)
a. Provide prophylactic antibiotics. b. Provide frequent oral care. c. Keep the head of the bed elevated. d. Maintain good hand hygiene. e. Perform chest percussion frequently.
A schizophrenic client says, "I'm away for the day ... but don't think we should play or do we have feet of clay?" Which alteration in the client's speech does the nurse document?
A. Neologism B. Word salad C. Clang association D. Associative looseness
The nurse has completed the assessment on a newly admitted patient. Which finding(s) is/are risk factor(s) in the development of cataracts? (select all that apply.)
a. Cigarette smoking b. Completion of radiation therapy c. Hormone replacement therapy d. Long-term corticosteroid use e. History of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)