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Question 1 of 5

The nurse plans to show the spouse of the client with a suspected epidural hematoma where the epidural hematoma occurs in the brain. Which illustration should the nurse select when teaching the client’s spouse?

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: This illustration shows a subdural hematoma, which occurs below the dura. This illustration shows an epidural hematoma, which occurs between the skull and the dura. This illustration shows normal brain structures. An intracerebral hematoma occurs within the brain tissue and can result in brain herniation as shown in this illustration.

Question 2 of 5

The nurse arrives at the scene of a motor-vehicle accident and the car is leaking gasoline. The client is in the driver's seat of the car complaining of not being able to move the legs. Which actions should the nurse implement? List in order of priority.

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Move the client safely out of the car.
Assess the client for other injuries.
Stabilize the client's neck.
Notify the emergency medical system.
Place the client in a functional anatomical position.

Correct Answer: C,B,A,D,E

Rationale: Stabilize the client’s neck (
C): Prevents spinal injury. 2. Assess for other injuries (
B): Identifies life-threatening issues. 3. Move the client safely (
A): Removes from gasoline danger. 4. Notify EMS (
D): Ensures professional help. 5. Place in anatomical position (E): Least urgent.

Question 3 of 5

When preparing the client for the upcoming positron emission tomography (PET) scan, the nurse instructs the client to avoid which substances the day before the test? Select all that apply.

Correct Answer: A,E,F

Rationale: Caffeine, alcohol, and tobacco can affect cerebral metabolism and blood flow, potentially altering PET scan results.

Question 4 of 5

The son of a client diagnosed with ALS asks the nurse, 'Is there any chance that I could get this disease?' Which statement by the nurse would be most appropriate?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: About 5–10% of ALS cases are familial, with a genetic component (
C). Reflecting fear (
A) is vague, denying genetics (
B) is incorrect, and viral causes (
D) are not established.

Question 5 of 5

The nurse is caring for a client with increased intracranial pressure (ICP) who has secretions pooled in the throat. Which intervention should the nurse implement first?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Pooled secretions risk airway obstruction. Turning to the side (
C) clears the airway safely without increasing ICP. Hyperventilation (
A) and suctioning (
D) may raise ICP, and assessment (
B) delays intervention.

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