Meningeal signs - Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

ATLS Post Test. MCQ With Answers 100% Solved 2024/25 Latest Update 1. Which of the following signs is LEAST reliable for diagnosing esophageal intubation? a. symmetrical chest wall movement b. end-tidal CO2 presence by colorimetry c. bilateral breath sounds d. oxygen saturation >92% e. ETT above carina on chest x-ray 2. Which of the following signs the necessitates a definitive airway in severe trauma patients? a. fascial lacerations b. repeated vomiting c. severe maxillofacial fra...

Glascow Coma Scale 3 part assessment- eye opening, verbal responses, motor response Duchenne Muscular dystrophy - diagnosis H&P, creatine kinase, muscle biopsy Abnormal pupillary response indicating intracranial mass unilateral dilation/reactivity Abnormal pupillary response indicating impending brainstem herniation fixed and dilated pupil unilaterally Abnormal pupillary response indicating ICP due to brainstem herniation bilaterally fixed and dilated pupils Decorticate posture flexion and ...

NR509 Bates Test Bank - Midterm Exam Questions with Correct Answers Latest 2024. A patient presents for evaluation of a sharp, aching chest pain which increases with breathing. Which anatomic area would you localize the symptom to? A) Musculoskeletal B) Reproductive C) Urinary D) Endocrine >>>A) Musculoskeletal Chest pain may be due to a musculoskeletal condition, such as costochondritis or intercostal muscle cramp. This would be worsened by motion of the chest wall. Pleuritic ...

ALL HESI EXIT Questions and Answers Test Bank; A+ Rated Guide STUDY FOR EXIT HESI/ATI EXAM ALL HESI EXIT Questions and Answers Test Bank; A+ Rated Guide (2022) 271. A client receives a new prescription for simvastatin (Zocor) 5 mg PO daily at bedtime. What action should the nurse take? (correct Answer- Administer the medication as prescribed with a glass of water 272. Which client should the nurse assess frequently because of the risk for overflow incontinence? A client Who is confused and f...

Pediatrics Aquifer Cases Questions & Answers definition of fever of unknown origin fever over 8 days with no apparent origin after workup meningeal signs in an infant Fever Hypothermia Bulging fontanelles Lethargy Irritability Restlessness Paroxysmal crying (crying when picked up) Poor feeding Vomiting and/or Diarrhea Kernig's sign resistance to extension of the child's leg from a flexed position Brudzinski's sign flexion of the hip and knee in response to flexion of the ne...

NCLEX Final Certification Competency Exam Questions with Certified Answers 2024/2025 What is one of the earliest signs of ICP? - correct answer change in responsiveness What is the best indicator of treatment effectiveness of antibiotics? - correct answer WBC count Avoid IM/venipncture when the platelet count is below what? - correct answer 50,000 Heart failure patient having trouble breathing, what to do first? - correct answer elevate HOB What drug is given with furosemi...

It is the start of the shift and the nurse has just finished listening to a report on four clients. Which client should the nurse assess first? A. A client with a diagnosis of an acute traumatic brain injury who has a blood pressure of 88/58 B. A client with a diagnosis of a concussion and who doesn't remember the motor vehicle accident C. A client diagnosed with viral meningitis and has signs of meningeal irritation D. A client diagnosed with generalized seizures who complains of a heada...

NR509 Bates Test Bank - Midterm Exam Questions with Correct Answers Latest 2024. A patient presents for evaluation of a sharp, aching chest pain which increases with breathing. Which anatomic area would you localize the symptom to? A) Musculoskeletal B) Reproductive C) Urinary D) Endocrine >>>A) Musculoskeletal Chest pain may be due to a musculoskeletal condition, such as costochondritis or intercostal muscle cramp. This would be worsened by motion of the chest wall. Pleuritic ...

A patient presents with an acute infection of the parotid gland. After several trials of antibiotics and sialogogues, the swelling has not resolved. What would you do next? A. Culture the area B. Observe the swelling for another month C. Order a panoramic radiograph D. Send to an ENT specialist for further evaluation - Answer- D. Send to an ENT specialist for further evaluation Some cases of parotitis may require surgery if the stone does not pass. Refer the patient to an ENT for ...

NR 603 Week 1 APEA Predictor Exam Review Questions & Answers A 75-year-old man is involved in a motor vehicle accident and strikes his forehead on the windshield. He complains of neck pain and severe burning in his shoulders and arms. His physical examination reveals weakness of his upper extremities. What type of spinal cord injury does this patient have? A anterior cord syndrome B central cord syndrome C Brown-Séquard syndrome D complete cord transection E cauda equina syndrome A...