Answer to Question 1
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Rationale 1: Hypotonia in infancy and muscle instability are seen in ataxic cerebral palsy.
Rationale 2: Hypertonia and persistent primitive reflexes are seen in spastic CP.
Rationale 3: Tremors and exaggerated posturing are seen in dyskinetic cerebral palsy.
Rationale 4: Hemiplegia and hypertonia are seen in spastic cerebral palsy.
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Answer to Question 2
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Rationale:
1. Thrombocytopenia and leukocytosis occur with a hematological emergency.
2. Tumor lysis causes a metabolic emergency. Because of electrolyte imbalance, the signs can be oliguria and altered levels of consciousness. Thrombocytopenia and leukocytosis occur with a hematological emergency.
3. Respiratory distress and cyanosis would be associated with space-occupying lesions or a hematologic emergency.
4. Upper-extremity edema and neck vein distension are not priority concerns for this client.