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TFauchery

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on: Jun 25, 2018
A patient with suspected meningitis is scheduled for a lumbar puncture. Before the procedure, the nurse will plan to
 
  a. enforce NPO status for 4 hours.
  b. transfer the patient to radiology.
  c. administer a sedative medication.
  d. help the patient to a lateral position.

Question 2

A 45-year-old patient has a dysfunction of the cerebellum. The nurse will plan interventions to
 
  a. prevent falls.
  b. stabilize mood.
  c. avoid aspiration.
  d. improve memory.


katkat_flores

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Reply #1 on: Jun 25, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: D
For a lumbar puncture, the patient lies in the lateral recumbent position. The procedure does not usually require a sedative, is done in the patient room, and has no risk for aspiration.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A
Because functions of the cerebellum include coordination and balance, the patient with dysfunction is at risk for falls. The cerebellum does not affect memory, mood, or swallowing ability.


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