A client is brought into the emergency department after being assaulted. It is suspected that the client has a spinal cord injury. Which diagnostic test does the nurse anticipate based on the data collected?
A) Computed tomography (CT) scan
B) X-ray
C) Ultrasound
D) Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)
Answer: D
An MRI will be performed if there is a risk for spinal cord injuries, injuries to the muscles, or abdominal injuries. A computed tomography (CT) scan is performed if internal bleeding is suspected. An x-ray will be performed for potential broken or fractured bones. An ultrasound is performed if internal bleeding is suspected.
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A) The two drugs should be administered at least 30 minutes apart, with ipratropium administered first. B) The two drugs can be mixed in the nebulizer immediately before administration. C) The two drugs should be administered at least 30 minutes apart, with albuterol administered first. D) The nurse should contact the prescriber due to the increased risk of adverse effects when these drugs are administered concurrently.
Which collaborative team member would be most effective in assisting the nurse to identify medication alternatives that are less likely to cause drowsiness and dizziness to reduce the risk of falls in the elderly patient?
a. Nursing house manager b. Charge nurse c. Physical therapist d. Pharmacist
A person who experienced a hemorrhagic cardiac vascular accident (CVA) to the left hemisphere would demonstrate which type of symptoms?
a. Language disturbances b. Poor impulse control c. Inappropriate affect d. Confabulation
The client is diagnosed with acute myocardial infarction. Which laboratory test is most specific in diagnosing acute MI?
A. Myoglobin B. Serum LDH C. CK-MB isoenzyme D. Troponin T