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NR 603 Week 1 Case Study Discussions Part 2 NR 603 Week 1 Case Study Discussions Part 2: Diagnostic Testing and Final Diagnosis Introduction:
Diagnostic testing is a critical step in confirming or ruling out the conditions listed in a differential diagnosis. It helps to narrow down the possible causes of a patient’s symptoms and enables the healthcare provider to make an informed final diagnosis. In this case, the patient’s presentation of fatigue, pallor, weight loss, and other…
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NR 603 week 1 Migraine vs. Post-Concussive Syndrome Migraine vs. Post-Concussive Syndrome: Presentation and Pathophysiology
Presentation Patients experiencing migraines typically report intense throbbing pain or a pulsating sensation, often localized to one side of the head. Common symptoms accompanying migraines include nausea, vomiting, and heightened sensitivity to light and sound (Schub & Parks-Chapman, 2018). On the other hand, patients with post-concussive syndrome (PCS) usually present symptoms 3-10 days after…
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NR 603 QUIZ 1 Neuro – Week 1 quiz and answers Question 1 Which of the following are potential causes of delirium in the elderly? Mark all that apply. Dehydration (correct answer) Medication Effects (correct answer) Sepsis (correct answer) Metabolic imbalance (correct answer)
Question 2 Personality changes in patients with Traumatic Brain Injury include all of the following except: Hypervigilance Impaired Social Judgment (correct answer) Apathy Impulsivity Question 3 Common presenting symptoms of dementia include all of the following except: Depression Irritability Inability to find the right words Abstract thinking increases (correct answer) Question 4 Which type of…
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JC is a 13-year-old female to be seen in your clinic today. You review JC’s medication and realize that which medication is a potential risk of growth suppression in prepubescent children? Corticosteroids (correct answer) Mr. Laird is a 49-year-old electrician who experienced severe burns on his trunk, arms, and hands in a workplace accident 2 weeks ago. Part of his current wound care regimen involves the daily application of silver sulfadiazine to his wounds. The nurses who are providing care for Mr. Laird in the burns and plastics unit of the hospital should perform what action when administering this medication?
Certainly! Here are all the questions along with their selected answers, and I’ve marked the correct answers with “(correct answer)” beside them: JC is a 13-year-old female to be seen in your clinic today. You review JC’s medication and realize that which medication is a potential risk of growth suppression in prepubescent children? Corticosteroids (correct…
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What Problem-Solving Strategies Should the Charge Nurse Use When a Client’s Wife is Angry About Her Husband’s Care?
When a client’s wife expresses anger about her husband’s care, the charge nurse should use the following problem-solving strategies: Active Listening: The charge nurse should listen attentively to the wife’s concerns without interrupting. Active listening is crucial in validating her feelings and showing that her concerns are being taken seriously (Rogers & Farson, 2015). Empathy…
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What Factors Should the Nurse Look for That Would Increase a Client’s Risk for Injury?
During the initial assessment upon admission, the nurse must identify factors that may increase the client’s risk for injury. These factors include: History of Falls: A history of recent falls or difficulty with mobility significantly increases the risk of future falls and related injuries, such as fractures. Fall risk assessments are a standard part of…
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What Are Some Community Resources That the Nurse Should Initiate Referrals for This Client?
When an elderly client is discharged home following a long hospitalization, it is essential for the nurse to initiate referrals to community resources that can support the client’s ongoing care and promote their well-being. The following resources are particularly important: Home Health Care Services: Referral to a home health care agency can provide nursing care,…
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NR228 RUA PPT GUIDE TO NUTRITION: A Comparison of Two State Prison Menus
Presenters: Victoria Pomerenke Alicia Moreno Pasqual Asci Introduction Purpose: The purpose of this presentation is to compare the nutritional value of the menus from two different prison systems. We evaluated and assessed the nutritional content of the meals provided by correctional facilities in two regions: the Southern and Northeastern United States. Cultural Concentration: For the…
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NURS 6521N Advanced Pharmacology NURS 6521N Advanced Pharmacology
Black cohosh is an herb that is commonly used for: Selected Answer: Menopausal symptoms (correct answer) A 6-month-old child has developed skin irritation due to an allergic reaction. He has been prescribed a topical skin ointment. The nurse will consider which of the following before administering the drug? Selected Answer: That the infant’s skin…