Interpret the CSF findings. Would you suspect bacterial or viral meningitis? Why?
What will be an ideal response?
The CSF findings are suggestive of bacterial meningitis. The specimen is usually clear or slightly
cloudy. With a bacterial origin you will find decreased glucose, increased protein, and primarily
polymorphonuclear leukocytes. A viral origin usually causes a normal or slightly increased protein
and normal glucose.
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1. Be able to form an effective link with suicidal clients without being overwhelmed by the client's pain. 2. Communicate effectively to solve the client's problems. 3. Avoid asking the client difficult questions in order to prevent an escalation in symptoms. 4. Ask the right questions in order to stop the client from getting angry.
A patient is receiving a blood transfusion and complains of a new onset of slight dyspnea. The nurse's rapid assessment reveals bilateral lung crackles and elevated BP. What is the nurse's most appropriate action?
A) Slow the infusion rate and monitor the patient closely. B) Discontinue the transfusion and begin resuscitation. C) Pause the transfusion and administer a 250 mL bolus of normal saline. D) Discontinue the transfusion and administer a beta-blocker, as ordered.
A 17-year-old patient injured during a football game is in the emergency department. Before treatment, it is the responsibility of the nurse to
1. Have the step-parent sign the informed consent. 2. Have the patient sign the informed consent. 3. Obtain the custodial parent's signature on the informed consent. 4. Solicit the signature of the noncustodial parent on the informed consent.
Regarding the heart’s valves, what is a function of the papillary muscles?
a. The papillary muscles close the semilunar valve. b. These muscles prevent backward expulsion of the atrioventricular valve. c. They close the atrioventricular valve. d. The papillary muscles open the semilunar valve.