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A client who is experiencing a generalized clonic-tonic seizure is at greatest risk for injury caused by:
 
  1. The physical collapse that occurs at the onset of the seizure
  2. Muscle strains that result from the severe muscle jerking during the seizure
  3. The tongue laceration that occurs from jaw clenching during the seizure
  4. Aspiration resulting from the temporary loss of consciousness after the seizure

Question 2

The nurse recognizes which of the following clients is at greatest risk for an accidental death?
 
  1. A 60-year-old who is a weekend alcoholic
  2. A 40-year-old who is a professional mountain climber
  3. A 35-year-old who commutes 35 miles to work each morning
  4. A 50-year-old who recently lost his job because of a work-related injury


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Reply #1 on: Jul 23, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: 1
During a fall, or as a result of muscle jerking, musculoskeletal injuries can occur. The fall is the most problematic since is occurs in the vast majority of the seizure events.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: 4
The adult experiencing a high level of stress is more likely to have an accident or illness such as headaches, gastrointestinal (GI) disorders, and infections. While the remaining options identify risks, they are not a high as that of the stressed adult.


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Reply 2 on: Jul 23, 2018
:D TYSM

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Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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