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Adult Neuro 2: Introduction to SCI Questions With Complete Solutions

Vasopressors may be used in the treatment of shock. Explain why. vasopressors are a class of drugs that induce vasoconstriction and increase the MAP In shock, MAP is insufficient to maintain adequate tissue perfusion While monitoring Ms. B's ABGs, the nurse notes that her PaO2 is < 60 mmHg and her PaCO2 is >50 mmHg. What do these findings indicate, and why have they occurred? note: previous lab data - pt is in respiratory alkalosis Hypovolemic shock body's compensatory mechanisms lea...

NUR265/ NUR 265 Exam 3: (2024/ 2025 Update) Advanced Med-Surg Review | Questions and Verified Answers| 100% Correct- Galen Q: What activities are associated with a high risk of TBI in young people, and how can an interdisciplinary conference benefit the care of a patient with TBI? Answer: Activities associated w TBIs are driving, skateboarding, ATV use, motorcycles, etc. Teach to wear seatbelts, do not drive under the influence, helmets for bikes, skateboards, motorcycles, etc. The us...

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...

NU410 Exam 3 Study Guide with Complete Solutions Incomplete SCI - Ans:-- Some function remaining below primary site of injury - Motor and sensory are partially interrupted with vlibre franklinble loss of function below level of injury - Degree of sensory and motor loss varies on level and reflects specific nerve tracts damaged and those spared - May demonstrate a mixture of symptoms Assessment and Diagnostic Findings of Spinal Cord Injury (SCI) - Ans:-- Detailed Neuro Assessment - X-Rays...

A client in the surgical intensive care unit has skeletal tongs in place to stabilize a cervical fracture. Protocol dictates that pin care should be performed each shift. When providing pin care for the client, which finding should the nurse report to the physician? - A small amount of yellow drainage at the left pin insertion site Which of the following types of hematoma results from venous bleeding with blood gradually accumulating in the space below the dura? - Subdural A 22-year-old ma...

Adult Neuro 2: Introduction to SCI Questions With Complete Solutions

NUR 265 EXAM 3 2024 NEWEST ACTUAL EXAM VERIFIED QUESTIONS AND GUARANTEED ANSWERS ALREADY GRADED A+. What is axial loading or vertical compression? - ANSWER- hit top of head or butt What is excessive rotation? - ANSWER- turn head too far What is penetrating trauma? - ANSWER- knife or bullet How do you prevent secondary SCI? - ANSWER- stabilize the spine (c coloar) halo fixator What needs to be assessed with a halo? - ANSWER- check pts skin be able to do one finger check neuro checks ...

Neuro: While completing an evaluation on a stroke patient, you start to notice they are having some visual difficulties. What is the most common visual disturbance that you should be looking for? A. Diplopia B. Blurry Vision C. Homonymous hemianopsia D. Pstosis of the eyelid C. Homonymous hemianopsia Neuro: Mrs. Miller is a 31 y/o female diagnosed with a TBI. As the occupational therapist you are using a transfer of training approach to help Mrs. Miller recover from her TBI. You want...

cervical traction is contraindicated in correct answers unstable hyperextension injuries Cervical spine clearance correct answers done by an ER, neuro, or orthopedic physician Occiput to T1 need to be cleared no need for xray if patient is: awake and oriented has no distracting injuries has no drugs on board no neck pain neurologically intact MRI correct answers shows tumors and soft tissues (herniated discs) very well may be used to clear c-spine in comatose patients ...