Intracranial Regulation Questions Theory Exam 3

Clients diagnosed with esophageal varices are at risk for hemorrhagic shock. Which is a sign of potential hypovolemia? A. Hypotension B. Warm moist skin C. Bradycardia D. Polyuria

A

A patient is being admitted to the Neuro ICU following an acute head injury. The patient has cerebral edema. The nurse would expect to administer what priority medication to reduce the swelling? A. Hydro Diuril B. Lasix C. Mannitol D. Aldactone

C

What is a clinical manifestation of meningitis? A. Neck Mobility B. Negative Brudzinski Sign C. Photophobia D. Negative Kernig Sign

C

Which assessment data would indicate to the nurse that the client would be at risk for a hemorrhagic stroke? A. A blood glucose level of 480 mg/dl B. A right-sided carotid bruit C. A blood pressure of 220/120 mmHg D. family hx of cancer

C

Which patient below is at most risk for a hemorrhagic stroke? A. Which patient below is at most risk for a hemorrhagic stroke? B. A 89 year old female with atherosclerosis. C. A 88 year old male with uncontrolled hypertension and a history of brain aneurysm repair 2 years ago. D. A 55 year old female with atrial flutter.

C

A client was brought into the ER for a stroke, but did not receive tissue plasminogen activator (tPA). Which answer below is the best rationale for this? A. Client is already on aspirin B. Client was brought in 4 hours after onset of symptoms C. Client experienced an ischemic stroke D. Client experienced hemorrhagic stroke

D

Which is the most common cause of acute encephalitis in the United States? A. Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) B. Western equine bacteria C. Lyme Disease D. Herpes simplex virus (HSV)

D

what are the initial symptoms of meningitis

fever and headache