An older client complains of a constant headache. A physical examination shows papilledema. What may the symptoms indicate in this client?
A) Epilepsy
B) Trigeminal neuralgia
C) Hypostatic pneumonia
D) Brain tumor
D
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Headache and papilledema are symptoms of a brain tumor, although these symptoms do appear less often in the older adult. Symptoms of epilepsy include seizure activity, whereas symptoms of trigeminal neuralgia would be pain in the jaws or facial muscles. Hypostatic pneumonia develops due to immobility or prolonged bed rest in older clients. Choices A, B, and C are not associated with papilledema or constant headache.
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