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elizabeth18

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A client complains of a right-hand tremor, increasing weakness, and muscles feeling tight. The nurse notes the client has poor voice volume and facial muscles do not move easily.
 
  Based on this data, which diagnosis does the nurse anticipate?
  A) Parkinson disease
  B) Spinal cord injury
  C) Cerebral vascular accident
  D) Multiple sclerosis

Question 2

A nurse is caring for an adult client recently diagnosed with hypothyroidism. After reviewing the nursing admission assessment, on which documented findings should the nurse plan care for this client?
 
  Select all that apply.
  A) Hypothermia
  B) Hot flashes
  C) Nausea
  D) Fatigue
  E) Tachycardia


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

Answer: A

Manifestations of Parkinson disease include unintentional tremor, slowed movements, low amplitude of speech, expressionless face, and muscle rigidity. The client is complaining of or exhibiting all these symptoms, indicating Parkinson disease. These symptoms are not manifestations of multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury, or a cerebral vascular accident.

Answer to Question 2

Answer: A, D

Symptoms of hypothyroidism include fatigue, increased need for sleep, bradycardia, cold intolerance, ataxia and balance difficulties, and hypothermia. Hot flashes, tachycardia, and nausea are not symptoms of hypothyroidism.


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Reply #2 on: Jun 25, 2018
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Reply #3 on: Jun 25, 2018
Happy to help you


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