A nurse is assessing a client on the musculoskeletal floor and identifies symptoms of weak pulses, dusky color in the ankles, and 3+ local edema. Which of the following does the nurse suspect to be an issue with this client?

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A nurse is assessing a client on the musculoskeletal floor and identifies symptoms of weak pulses, dusky color in the ankles, and 3+ local edema. Which of the following does the nurse suspect to be an issue with this client?

A. Problems with circulation B. Problems with sensation C. Problems with mobility D. Problems with pain

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.

Question 2 of 5

A patient who was in an automobile accident 30 minutes ago reports that he or she is unable to move his or her legs. What is the best response?

A. Swelling due to the initial trauma may make the injury seem more severe than it actually is. A more accurate assessment will be made once the swelling goes down. B. Swelling owing to the initial trauma prevents you from moving your legs. C. There are good rehabilitation centers that will help restore sensation to your legs. D. You should have been wearing your seatbelt.

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.

Question 3 of 5

Which intervention should you delegate to the nursing assistant for a patient with carpal tunnel syndrome preparing for surgery?

A. Initiate placement of a splint for immobilization during the day. B. Assess the patient's wrist and hand for discoloration and brittle nails. C. Assist the patient with daily self-care measures such as bathing and eating. D. Test the patient for painful tingling in the four digits of the hand.

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.

Question 4 of 5

Which anatomic division of the nervous system is affected in a client undergoing neurological testing for a brain tumor?

A. Peripheral nervous system B. Autonomic nervous system C. Sympathetic nervous system D. Central nervous system

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.

Question 5 of 5

A nurse is taking care of a client with ptosis (drooping) of the eyelids, difficulty chewing and swallowing, diplopia, voice weakness, masklike facial expression, and weakness of the extremities. Which of the following conditions does the nurse suspect?

A. Parkinson's disease B. Extrapyramidal disorder C. Multiple sclerosis D. Myasthenia gravis

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.

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