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deesands

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After an older adult falls, the nurse suspects the development of a subdural hematoma based on which finding(s)? (Select all that apply.)
 
  a. Increasing irritability
  b. Complaint of a dull headache
  c. Frequent nodding off in chair during the day
  d. Focal seizures
  e. Staggering gait

Question 2

Which medication(s) may cause aplastic anemia? (Select all that apply.)
 
  a. Antimetabolite cancer drugs
  b. Phenylbutazone (Butazolidin)
  c. Oral contraception drugs
  d. Chloramphenicol (Chloromycetin)
  e. Sulfonamides


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

A, B, C
Increasing irritability and complaint of headache as well as changing level of consciousness are signs of increasing intracranial pressure. Seizures and staggering gait are not specifically indica-tive of subdural hematoma.

Answer to Question 2

A, B, D, E
Antimetabolite cancer drugs, phenylbutazone (Butazolidin), chloramphenicol (Chloromycetin), and sulfonamides may cause aplastic anemia. Oral contraceptives are not known to cause aplastic anemia.


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Reply 2 on: Jun 25, 2018
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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:D TYSM

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