Author Question: Which body system would the nurse choose to closely monitor in a patient diagnosed with ... (Read 49 times)

ericka1 · **on:** Jul 11, 2018

Which body system would the nurse choose to closely monitor in a patient diagnosed with Guillain-Barr syndrome?

a. CNS
b. GI
c. Respiratory
d. Cardiovascular

Question 2

An elderly woman falls in her home. Paramedics are called to help her get up and take her to a nearby hospital. What action is the paramedics' priority?

A) Assess her vital signs
B) Teach the woman how to fall safely
C) Assess the factors that led to her fall
D) Request that an X-ray be done at the hospital

mohan · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 11, 2018

Answer to Question 1

C
The patient's condition can rapidly deteriorate into paralysis that affects the respiratory muscles. Close monitoring of respiratory function is important and necessary.

Answer to Question 2

A
Feedback:
Assessing her condition immediately is most important; she may need to have an EEG or other medical test or treatment at the hospital. If a fracture seems possible, then an X-ray should be requested. The other choices, though important for her future safety, are less important.