A patient needs to go up the stairs while using crutches.  What finding by the nurse demonstrates the patient understands how to ambulate upstairs with crutches?

The nurse performs an intake assessment. The nurse understands which finding indicates an increased safety risk for the client?  (SELECT ALL THAT APPLY)

A patient who experienced a cerebral hemorrhage is at risk for developing increased ICP.  Which sign and symptom below is the earliest indicator the patient is having this complication?

The following are signs and symptoms of Parkinson Syndrome:  (select all that apply)

The patient who had a stroke needs to be fed. What instruction should you give to the nursing assistant who will feed the patient?

Which statement by a patient, who just received a cast on the right arm for a fracture and pain medication, requires you to notify the physician immediately?

During an outpatient visit you are assessing the patient’s understanding about the signs and symptoms associated with osteoporosis. Select all of the signs and symptoms stated by the patient that are correct:

The nurse returns to the client’s home after 4 days for a follow-up visit.  The nurse interviews the client on each of the home management topics to assess the client’s understanding. For each statement made by the client, specify whether the statement indicates an understanding or no understanding of the home management education provided: “I had steak and shrimp for dinner.” _______ The nurse returns to the client’s home after 4 days for a follow-up visit.  The nurse interviews the client on each of the home management topics to assess the client’s understanding. For each statement made by the client, specify whether the statement indicates an understanding or no understanding of the home management education provided: “We placed night light throughout the home.” _______ The nurse returns to the client’s home after 4 days for a follow-up visit.  The nurse interviews the client on each of the home management topics to assess the client’s understanding. For each statement made by the client, specify whether the statement indicates an understanding or no understanding of the home management education provided: “I now have a pill box that tells me the time.” _______ The nurse returns to the client’s home after 4 days for a follow-up visit.  The nurse interviews the client on each of the home management topics to assess the client’s understanding. For each statement made by the client, specify whether the statement indicates an understanding or no understanding of the home management education provided: “I take a 10-minute walk every afternoon.” _______ The nurse returns to the client’s home after 4 days for a follow-up visit.  The nurse interviews the client on each of the home management topics to assess the client’s understanding. For each statement made by the client, specify whether the statement indicates an understanding or no understanding of the home management education provided: “I drink hot chocolate every night .” _______

A male client was diagnosed 6 months ago with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). The progression of the disease has been aggressive. He is unable to maintain his personal hygiene without assistance. Ambulation is most difficult, requiring him to use a wheelchair and rely on assistance for mobility. He recently has become severely dysphagic. The priority nursing interventions for dysphagia would be aimed toward prevention of:

A decrease of which neurotransmitter in the brain cause Parkinson’s symptoms?