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Frost2351

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A middle-aged patient has undergone emergency neurosurgery for the treatment of spinal cord compression (SCC) that was detected by magnetic resonance imaging (MRI).
 
  Which of the following signs and symptoms is considered an early sign of spinal compression?
  A) Personality changes
  B) Muscle spasticity
  C) Intermittent claudication
  D) Urinary incontinence

Question 2

The nurse has implemented a bladder retraining program with a 65-year-old woman after the removal of her indwelling urinary catheter. The nurse places the patient on a timed voiding schedule and performs an ultrasonic bladder scan after each void.
 
  The nurse notes that the patient has 50 mL of urine remaining in her bladder after voiding. What would be the nurse's best response to this finding?
  A) Perform a straight catheterization on this patient.
  B) Avoid further interventions at this time, as this is an acceptable finding.
  C) Place an indwelling urinary catheter.
  D) Press on the patient's bladder in an attempt to encourage complete emptying.



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meganlapinski

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Answer to Question 1

D

Answer to Question 2

B




Frost2351

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Reply 2 on: Jul 11, 2018
Excellent


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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Wow, this really help

 

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