The nurse conducts a focused neurological assessment of the ...

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The nurse conducts a focused neurological assessment of the client with a seizure disorder by doing which of the following? .Select all that apply. Standard Text: Select all that apply.
 
  1. Assessing pupils for accommodation and response to light
  2. Assessing general mental status
  3. Checking grip strength bilaterally
  4. Assessing pain status
  5. Measuring visual acuity

Question 2

The nurse provides dietary teaching for a client diagnosed with end-stage renal failure, and confirms that the information was understood when the client chooses a diet:
 
  1. Low in fat and calories and high in protein.
  2. Low in sodium and protein with increased calories.
  3. With reduced calories, low in fat and protein.
  4. High in iron, low-calorie, and high-fat.

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Answer to Question 1

1,2,3
Rationale: Mental status, pupil response, and grip strength all would be part of a focused neurological examination. Pain and visual acuity assessments would not be part of the exam unless the client had another problem that would affect vision or need pain assessment.

Answer to Question 2

2
Rationale: Generally the diet for the client with end-stage renal failure is low in protein and sodium and high in calories, and vitamin supplements are administered.