The male client, age 35 who has a diagnosis of multiple scle…
The male client, age 35 who has a diagnosis of multiple sclerosis verbalizes frustration over the occurrence of relapse. He reports he “is too busy for these problems”. He works as a lawyer 50-60 hours per week and travels often. List two recommendations that can be made to the client to decrease progression of his diagnosis.
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The client who is admitted with a decreased level of consciousness had the following assessment: Pupils are equal, round, reactive to light Blood pressure = 150/90 Respiratory rate = 20 breaths/min Pulse = 60 beats/min Absent gag reflex Which of the following interventions will the nurse prioritize?
Read DetailsCase study questions #42-46 The 32-year-old female client is…
Case study questions #42-46 The 32-year-old female client is being admitted for new onset seizures. The client has had two witnessed seizures lasting 30-40 seconds each. The client has no other pertinent medical history and denies any recent changes in medications or lifestyle. Question 43: The client arrives, she is alert, agitated and supervised assist from stretcher to bed. The client complains of a headache 6/10 on the numerical scale and changes in peripheral vision. What would be the nurses priority action at this time?
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Case study questions #42-46 The 32-year-old female client is being admitted for new onset seizures. The client has had two witnessed seizures lasting 30-40 seconds each. The client has no other pertinent medical history and denies any recent changes in medications or lifestyle. Postictal state, the client presents as the following; B/P 144/96 mmHg Pulse 112 beats/min. RR 20 breaths/min. SPO2 87% on room air Neuro: alert to person and place only Question #45: Which medication would be most appropriate to administer at this time?
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