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Davideckstein7

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What would the nurse assess for in a child with a disturbance in the basal ganglia?
 
  A.
  Ataxia
  B.
  Hyperthermia
  C.
  Hypotension
  D.
  Incontinence

Question 2

A nurse admits a child experiencing drowsiness and vomiting who has had a seizure at home. The parents state the child was healthy until 2 weeks ago when she had a viral illness. Which diagnostic testing does the nurse facilitate as a priority?
 
  A.
  Complete blood count
  B.
  Liver biopsy
  C.
  Lumbar puncture
  D.
  Serum glucose



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Kingjoffery

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Answer to Question 1

ANS: A
Ataxia, or uncoordinated movements, may been seen in a child with a problem of the basal ganglia, which controls movement. Changes in temperature and blood pressure are more likely related to problems with the hypothalamus, and incontinence could signify a spinal cord problem.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B
This child has manifestations of Reye syndrome. The definitive diagnosis of this disease is made via a liver biopsy.




Davideckstein7

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Reply 2 on: Jun 28, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)


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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Excellent

 

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