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Beheh

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on: Jul 11, 2018
Which signs/symptoms would be considered classical signs of meningeal irritation?
 
  a. Positive Kernig sign, diarrhea, and headache
  b. Negative Brudzinski sign, positive Kernig sign, and irritability
  c. Positive Brudzinski sign, positive Kernig sign, and photophobia
  d. Negative Kernig sign, vomiting, and fever

Question 2

What should the nurse do to help the dysphagic patient? (Select all that apply.)
 
  a. Sit the patient upright
  b. Reduce distraction during mealtime
  c. Offer fluid from a straw
  d. Thicken liquids
  e. Cue the patient to swallow


cam1229

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Reply #1 on: Jul 11, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: C
Classical manifestations of meningitis include positive Kernig and Brudzinski signs.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A, B, D, E
Offering fluids using a straw increases the possibility of choking or aspiration. All other options would be beneficial to the dysphagic patient.


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