A nurse explains that a lumbar puncture is most helpful as a diagnostic tool for a new patient who has had a CVA. What would this diagnostic test help determine regarding the stroke?
a. It is lacunar.
b. It is hemorrhagic or embolic.
c. It is complete or in evolution.
d. It will result in paralysis.
B
Blood in the spinal fluid indicates a hemorrhagic stroke and will help direct medical protocol in the subsequent treatment.
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a. "That is a great idea. Alternative therapies can be very helpful." b. "You will feel better sooner if you include phenylalanine." c. "Did you know that St. John's wort can raise your blood pressure dramatically?" d. "You will need to drink lots of water."
When attempting to open the airway of a patient with multiple traumatic injuries, the nurse should avoid which of the following actions?
1. hyperextending the neck 2. jaw thrust maneuver 3. suctioning the airway 4. securing the head to the backboard with tape
A nurse is speaking with politicians about the need to modify the poverty threshold to be fairer to people living in poverty and people living just over the poverty line
Which of the following are potential ways that the poverty threshold could be amended to be more accurate or fair? Select all that apply. A. Amend it to reflect increased spending on health care and transportation. B. Amend it to reflect increased housing costs. C. Amend it to reflect increased need and cost of childcare. D. Amend it to reflect increased spending on food. E. Amend it to reflect regional cost of living.
The nurse is teaching the 47-year-old female client about recommended screening practices for breast cancer. Which statement by the client indicates understanding of the nurse's instructions?
A. "My mother and grandmother had breast cancer, so I am at risk." B. "I get a mammography every 2 years since I turned 30." C. "A clinical breast examination is performed every month since I turned 40." D. "A CT scan will be done every year after I turn 50."