A patient with a moderate diffuse head injury is demonstrating a variety of neurological symptoms. What is the priority when caring for this patient?
1. Electrolyte replacements
2. Maintaining adequate fluid volume
3. Supporting nutritional needs
4. Maintaining stable cerebral perfusion pressure
Answer: 4
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A) Airway edema B) Hypersecretion of mucus C) Pulmonary hyperinflation D) All of the above are correct.
__________ involves the obstruction of one of the pulmonary arteries or its branches
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
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A) Using a lot of pictures B) Guessing about the native language and attempting to speak it C) Using an interpreter D) Talking clearly and slowly, being sure to enunciate each word
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