A patient has a saccular aneurysm. What term can the nurse use to describe this type of aneurysm? Berry
A nurse is teaching the staff about classic
... [Show More] cerebral concussions. Which information should the nurse include? A classic cerebral concussion is defined as a temporary axonal disturbance with loss of consciousness lasting less than: 6 hours
In classic cerebral concussion, consciousness is lost for up to 6 hours.
During the assessment of a patient with meningitis, the nurse wants to test for nuchal rigidity. Which test will the nurse implement? Kernig
Meningismus (nuchal rigidity) may be elicited through a positive Kernig or Brudzinski sign.
Which of the following may cause an attack or an exacerbation of symptoms for a patient with multiple sclerosis? Increased Calcium Levels
Conditions that cause short-lived attacks include minor increases in body temperature or serum calcium (Ca++) concentration.
While reviewing a patient's health history, which finding will most alert the nurse to the possible development of a chronic subdural hematoma? Prior Brain Atrophy
Prior brain atrophy is a major risk factor in the development of chronic subdural hematomas.
A patient with a spinal cord injury (T6 level) reports a headache. The patient's blood pressure is 296 systolic, and the patient is sweating. Which intervention is most appropriate? Check the patient's bladder
The most common cause is a distended bladder or rectum, but any sensory stimulation can elicit autonomic hyperreflexia.
A patient has a recent spinal cord injury. Which term should the nurse use to describe the loss of reflex function below the level of injury/lesion? Spinal shock
In spinal shock, reflex function is completely lost in all segments below the lesion.
Which intervertebral disks should the nurse assess first for herniation? L4-S1
Because of the loads and strain the lower back endures, the disks of L4-L5 and L5-S1 are the most likely to herniate.
The development of sensory and motor symptoms in multiple sclerosis is caused by: immunologic and inflammatory demyelination of central nervous system neurons.
Multiple sclerosis is an autoimmune inflammatory disease that results in widespread demyelination of central nervous system neurons.
The nurse suspects that the spinal cord-injured patient is experiencing autonomic hyerreflexia. Which symptoms would support this suspicion? Headache and hypertension
The sympathetic discharge occurring in autonomic hyperreflexia causes severe hypertension, which results in severe headaches and blurred vision.
The most important risk factor in the development of prostate cancer is: Older age
By age 85, 1 in 6 American men will develop prostate cancer and about 3% will die from it.
Which cancer is the nurse testing for when the Papanicolaou test (Pap smear) is used for routine screening? Cervical
The Pap smear is routinely used to screen for cervical dysplasia and cervical cancer.
A male patient has an abnormal dilation of the spermatic/testicular vein. What term will the nurse use to describe this condition? Variocele
An abnormal dilation of a vein within the spermatic cord that can lead to infertility is known as a varicocele.
Which of the following can the nurse suggest to women to protect against the development of breast cancer? Regular Exercise
Regular physical activity may reduce overall risk of breast cancer and may be related to weight loss and subsequent alterations in hormone levels.
What complication will the nurse monitor for in a patient with polycystic ovarian syndrome? Infertility
Polycystic ovarian syndrome results in stimulation of follicle growth without ovulation and generally leads to infertility.
Which intervention will the nurse incorporate in a plan of care for a patient with benign breast disease? Monitor intake of caffeine and chocolate
Reduction in the consumption of caffeinated beverages (e.g., cola) and chocolate is recommended for patients with benign breast disease.
A patient has a cystocele. What other condition should the nurse assess for in this patient? Stress Incontinence [Show Less]