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Lewis's Medical Surgical Nursing in Canada, 5th Edition
Chapter 58 Questions
Question 1 of 5
After reviewing a patient's cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) analysis, which of the following results is most important for the nurse to communicate to the health care provider?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The protein level is high. The specific gravity, WBCs, and glucose values are normal.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is preparing a patient for a lumbar puncture. Which of the following actions should the nurse implement?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: For a lumbar puncture, the patient lies in the lateral recumbent position. The procedure does not usually require a sedative, is done in the patient room, and has no risk for aspiration.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is caring for a patient who is hospitalized with a possible seizure disorder. To determine the cause of the patient's symptoms, the nurse will anticipate the need to teach the patient about which of the following tests?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Seizure disorders are usually studied using EEG testing. Evoked potential is used for diagnosing problems with the visual or auditory systems. Cerebral angiography is used to diagnose vascular problems. EMG is used to evaluate electrical innervation to skeletal muscle.
Question 4 of 5
When caring for a patient who has had cerebral angiography, which of the following nursing actions should be included in the plan of care?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Since a catheter is inserted into an artery (such as the femoral artery) during cerebral angiography, the nurse should assess for bleeding after this procedure. The other nursing assessments are not necessary after angiography.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is completing a neurological assessment with a patient. Which of the following assessments is the most sensitive indicator of a change in neurological status?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Level of consciousness (LO
C) is the most sensitive indicator of changes in neurological status.