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What is encephalitis? - inflammation or infection of the brain What causes encephalitis? - West Nile Virus Herpes What are the s/s of encephalitis? - High fever, N/V, stiff neck Flu like symptoms change in LOC photophobia pupil changes (dilate & less responsive to light) What is used to dx encephalitis? - lumbar puncture EEG CT (looks for mass) What are N/I for encephalitis? - Neuro checks Monitor for s/s of ICP Suction only resp compromised HOB 30-45 Decrease stimuli What is the...

1. A 22-year-old man is hypotensive and tachycardic after a shotgun wound to the left shoulder. His blood pressure is initially 80/40 mm Hg. After initial fluid resuscitation his blood pressure increases to 122/84mm Hg. His heart rate is now 100 beats per minute and his respiratory rate is 28 breaths per minute. A tube thoracostomy is performed for decreased left chest breath sounds with the return of a small amount of blood and no air leak. After chest tube insertion, the most appropriate next ...

266 HESI lots of questions and answers 266 HESI lots of questions Study online at - D Enjoys fat-free yogurt as an occasional snack food. Question 1 of 55 The nurse is evaluating a client's understanding about the DASH (Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension) eating plan. Which behavior indicates that the client is adhering to the eating plan? - A Uses only lactose-free dairy products. - B Carefully cleans and peels all fresh fruit and vegetables. - C No longer incudes grains in ...

A nurse is caring for a client with diabetes insipidus (DI). Which data warrants the most immediate intervention by the nurse? A. Serum sodium of 185 mEq/L B. Dry skin with inelastic turgor C. Apical rate of 110 beats per minute D. Polyuria and excessive thirst - A. The nurse is obtaining the admission history for a client with suspected peptic ulcer disease. Which subjective data reported by the client supports the medical diagnosis? A. Frequent use of chewable and liquid antacids for i...

5 special senses - answer-olfaction, taste, vision, hearing, equilibrium and balance where is the olfactory pathway located? - answer-on the temporal lobe of the cerebral cortex what is the pathway of odor the olfactory cortex? - answer-odor goes to the olfactory receptors, pass through cribriform plate of ethmoid bone, CN I synapses on neurons in olfactory bulbs, whose axons form olfactory tract, and then goes to the olfactory cortex gustatory (definition) - answer-taste Where are t...

CPHON Nurse Builders Book Exam Review 96 Questions with Verified Answers In what age group is conscience beginning to develop? a. toddlers b. preschoolers c. school age d. adolescents - CORRECT ANSWER b. preschoolers What age group learns that gratification sometimes needs to be delayed? a. infants b. toddlers c. preschoolers d. adolescents - CORRECT ANSWER b. toddlers Which of the following statements by teenagers is an example of the concept of personal fable? a. "I kn...

5 cranial senses - answer-olfaction, taste, vision, hearing and equilibrium Olfactory pathway - answer-odor-olfactory receptors-olfactory nerves-olfactory bulbs-olfactory tracts-olfactory cortex Gustatory Pathway - answer-Taste buds are on the dorsal surface of the tongue taste-receptors- cranial nerves-medulla-gustatory cortex 6 primary taste sensations - answer-sweet salty bitter sour umami water Cranial Nerves - answer-Facial nerve(CN VII)- anterior 2/3s on tongue Glossoph...

1 HESI COMP EXAM | QUESTIONS & ANSWERS (VERIFIED) | LATEST UPDATE | GRADED A+ A client with asthma receives a prescription for high blood pressure during a clinic visit. Which prescription should the nurse anticipate the client to receive that is at least likely to exacerbate asthma? Correct Answer: Metoprolol tartrate (Lopressor) Best antihypertensive med for asthmatics. Beta2 blocking agent -- also a cardioselective and less likely to cause bronchoconstriction. A male client who...

ANCC Adult Gerontology Acute Care Exam 286 Questions with Verified Answers Cardiac Index - CORRECT ANSWER 2-4 SVR/Afterload - CORRECT ANSWER 800-1200 MAP - CORRECT ANSWER mean CVx80/CO PA pressure - CORRECT ANSWER 15-30 Wedge PCWP pressure - CORRECT ANSWER 6-12 Hypovolemic Shock Parameters - CORRECT ANSWER Preload CVP decreased, SVR afterload increased, CI decreased, Oxygen delivery Decreased, Venous Oxygen saturation increased Types of hypovolemic shock - CORRECT ANSWER Hem...

QUESTION BANK PAeasy Genitourinary, All Questions and answers, 100% proven pass rate. Graded A+ Document Content and Description Below PAeasy Genitourinary, All Questions and answers, 100% proven pass rate. Graded A+ A 62-year-old male presents with complaints of numbness in his hands and feet, with occasional foot drop, memory di sturbance, fatigue, paleness, anorexia, nausea, and weight loss. He has a known history of diabetes and hypertension. Which of the following conditions is most likel...