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michelleunicorn

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on: Jul 11, 2018
A patient with a suspected brain tumor has been scheduled for a positron emission tomography (PET) scan. The nurse should explain to the patient that this test is being performed to assess:
 
  A) The metabolic activity taking place in the patient's brain
  B) The blood flow in the patient's brain
  C) The distribution patterns of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) in the patient's central nervous system
  D) The tissue characteristics of the patient's brain

Question 2

A 52-year-old patient is scheduled to undergo ileal conduit surgery and has several appropriate questions for the nurse. What would be the most relevant nursing diagnosis for this patient?
 
  A) Self-care deficit related to the surgical procedure and creation of an ileal conduit
  B) Knowledge deficit about the surgical procedure and postoperative care
  C) Fear and anxiety related to the surgical procedure
  D) Risk of infection related to the surgical procedure


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nguyenhoanhat

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Reply #1 on: Jul 11, 2018
Answer to Question 1

A

Answer to Question 2

B


michelleunicorn

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Reply 2 on: Jul 11, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)

Dinolord

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YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

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