Dysphasia - Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

What should All suspected stroke patients be admitted directly and what does this allow? correct answer: o Specialist acute stroke unit: o Early recognition and treatment of complications o MDT working o Co-ordinated and organised in-patient care with weekly MDT meetings o Programmes of education and training for staff, patients, carers o Involvement of carers in rehabilitation o Staff interest and expertise Define aphasia correct answer: loss of ability to understand or express speec...

CT DDS Med Cert Latest Exam 2023/2024 Absorption Movement of medication from the stomach or intenstines in the blood stream. Acute Illness Sickness that begins quickly and last a short time Adverse effect Unexpected and possibly serious or life threatening effects of a medication Akathesia Inability to sit still Analgesics Medication to relieve pain Anaphylaxis A severe, potentially life threatening allergic reaction that requires immediate emergency medical care Antacids Medicat...

COMD 722 Dysphasia Midterm Study Guide Exam Review 2024 1. The normal swallow: a rapid and overlapping sequence of neurologically con- trolled movements involving the muscles of the oral cavity, the pharynx, larynx, esophagus and stomach. 2. What is Dysphagia?: difficulty swallowing, difficulty safely moving a bolus, it is a symptom 3. Etiologies of Dysphagia: Neurological, Progressive Neurologic, Connective Tis- sue/Rheumatoid Disease, Iatrogenic, Structural, Other 4. Neurologic Etiologies...

A clear liquid diet is a good source of fluids, but is lacking in which of the following? - Answer-Adequate protein and fat What signs would give you the cause to investigate the possibility of eating disorder? - Answer-Self starvation, intense drive of being thin A pt has dysphasia. What kind of diet is more suitable for this pt? - Answer-liquid diet, food consistency A pt has NG tube. What position is best advised for this client when starting to give a tube feeding. - Answer-HOB elev...

Chapter 01: Introduction to Healthy Aging Touhy & Jett: Ebersole and Hess’ Gerontological Nursing & Healthy Aging, 5th Edition MULTIPLE CHOICE 1. A man is terminally ill with end-stage prostate cancer. Which is the best statement about thisman’s wellness? a. Wellness can only be achieved with aggressive medical interventions. b. Wellness is not a real option for this client because he is terminally ill. c. Wellness is defined as the absence of disease. d. Nursing interventions ...

Exam 2: NURS611 / NURS 611 (Latest 2024 / 2025) Advanced Pathophysiology Exam Review | Questions and Verified Answers | Grade A - Maryville Q: What is the most common type of stroke? Answer: Ischemic Q: Contributing factors for stroke Answer: diabetes, HTN, high cholesterol , heart disease, PVD, polycythemia and thrombocytopenia, a-fib, postmenopausal hormone therapy, hight Na/low K intake, smoking, physical inactivity, obesity, chronic sleep deprivation, African Americans Q: What is the most co...

Exam 2: NR302 / NR 302 (NEW Update 2024/2025) and Health Assessment I Review| Complete Guide with Questions and Verified Answers| 100% Correct| A Grade - QUESTION conjunctivitis inflammation of the conjunctiva (pink eye) QUESTION allergic conjunctivitis Answer: inflammation of the conjunctiva caused by allergens in the air QUESTION Iritis Answer: inflammation of the iris, usually marked by pain, congestion in the ciliary region, photophobia, contractio...

bolus feedings and continuous feedings use cxr to confirm tube placement *skills checklist eating patterns: 24-hour recall -24 hr period -everything for intake eating patterns: food diary -3 days to 1 week -more accurate than 24 hr recall dysphasia diet pureed food and thickened liquids soft diet -transition from liquid to regular -gi problems -low residue/fiber -clear/full liquids diet as tolerated progress diet according to assessment carbohydrates (macronutrients) -main sou...

ATI Nutrition Retake Exam | Questions and Answers| Latest 2023/2024 1. A nurse is providing teaching to the parents of a newborn who has gastroesophageal reflux. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include? A) Place the newborn in a side-lying position if vomiting B) Provide a small feeding just before bedtime C) Dilute formula with 1 tablespoon of water D) Position the newborn at a 20-degree angle after feeding ~ Answer: A) Place the newborn in a side-lying p...

NURS 612 Maryville Exam 4 MC With Complete Solution A patients inability to follow simple instructions could indicate with of the following findings? A. Dysphonia B. Amnesia C. Aphasia D. Depression - Answer D. Depression A patient scores a 3 on a mini-cog assessment instrument for dementia, What does this score indicate? A. Advanced dementia B. Early dementia C. Need for further evaluation D. Negative screen for dementia - Answer D. Negative screen for dementia The examiner asks t...