326: Ch 66, 69, 70
Which is often the most disabling clinical manifestation of multiple sclerosis (MS)? A. Pain B. Fatigue C. Spasticity D. Ataxia
B
During assessment of a patient who has been taking Dilantin for seizure management for 3 years, the nurse notices one of the side effects that should be reported. What is that side effect? A. Alopecia B. Gingival Hyperplasia C. Diplopia D. Ataxia
B
A client with respiratory complications of multiple sclerosis (MS) is admitted to the medical-surgical unit. Which equipment is most important for the nurse to keep at the client's bedside? A. Sphygmomanometer B. Padded Tongue Blade C. Nasal Cannula + Oxygen D. Suction Machine w/ Catheter
D
A patient diagnosed with multiple sclerosis (MS) has ataxia. Which of the following medications could be used to treat this clinical manifestation? A. Neurontin B. Baclofen C. Valium D. Dantrium
A
A new ancillary staff member is assisting the nurse with a client diagnosed with Parkinson's disease. The client needs assistance with eating but doesn't require thickened liquids to aid swallowing. Which instruction should the nurse give the ancillary staff member about eating assistance? A. Make sure the client is sitting w/ the head of bed elevated to 90 degrees B. Assist the client into a comfortable position and stay alert for coughing, which signifies aspiration C. Clients with Parkinson's Disease shouldn't have liquids; remove them from the dinner tray before serving the food to the pt D. There are no special precautions for the client w/ Parkinson's Disease
A
A client with meningitis has a history of seizures. Which of the following should the nurse do to safely manage the client during a seizure? Select all that apply. A. Turn Pt to the side B. Physically Restrain Pt's Movements C. Inspect Oral Cavity D. Provide Verbal Reassurance
A, D
Which Nursing Diagnosis takes the highest priority for a client w/ Parkinson's Disease? A. Imbalanced Nutrition B. Ineffective Airway Clearance C. Impaired Urinary Elimination D. Risk for Injury
B
A patient has just been diagnosed with Parkinson's disease. The nurse is teaching the patient and his family about dietary practices related to Parkinson's disease. Which of the following are risks for this client? Select all that apply. A. Fluid overload B. Dysphagia C. Choking D. Constipation. E. Anorexia
B, C, D
The nurse is advising a client with multiple sclerosis on methods to minimize spasticity and contractures. Which of the following techniques would the nurse instruct the client to perform? A. Avoid swimming and any weight-bearing activity. B. Exercise following a circuit training regimen. C. Apply warm packs to the affected area. D. Relax in a hot bath.
C
A nurse is assessing a client with Parkinson's Disease. Which of the following would the nurse expect to find? A. Gait w/ the Body Leaning Backwards B. Continuous Tremors C. Muscle Flaccidity D. Slowing of Activity
D