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ATI n269 Med Surg Exam 1 Questions
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Which term would the nurse use to document a patient who is comatose from a head injury and display flexion of the arms, wrists, and fingers, as well as adduction of the upper extremities?
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Rationale: Decorticate posturing involves arm flexion and adduction, indicating severe brain injury. Decerebrate posturing involves extension, and epileptic/stroke are not posturing terms.
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