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evelyn o bentley

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Which of the following findings indicates that a patient who received a blow to the head is suffering from something other than a concussion/TBI?
 
  a. He cannot remember what happened.
  b. He asks the same questions over and over.
  c. His heart rate is 92 and his blood pressure is 144/86.
  d. His pupils are noticeably unequal.

Question 2

You are called to the lodge by a family who is concerned that their mother is not acting right. The family tells you that they are concerned because their mother has been complaining of a headache and is very confused today. Assessment reveals a bruise on the right side of the head that the family states she got about a week ago when she fell. Which of the following conditions would you be concerned about based on the history and assessment findings?
 
  a. A subdural hematoma
  b. A scalp laceration
  c. A concussion
  d. A cerebral contusion



pallen55

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Answer to Question 1

Answer: d

Answer to Question 2

Answer: a



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