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vicky

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When assessing a child for classical signs of meningeal irritation, the nurse records:
 
  a. positive Kernig's sign, diarrhea, and headache.
  b. negative Brudzinski's sign, positive Kernig's sign, and irritability.
  c. positive Brudzinski's and Kernig's signs and photophobia.
  d. negative Kernig's sign, vomiting, and fever.

Question 2

The nurse who diligently works for the protection of patients' interests is functioning in the role of:
 
  a. caregiver.
  b. health care administrator.
  c. advocate.
  d. health care evaluator.


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

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Manifestations of meningitis include photophobia and positive Kernig's and Brudzinski's signs.

Answer to Question 2

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A nurse accepts the role of advocate when, in addition to general care, the nurse protects the patient's interests.


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Reply #2 on: Jul 11, 2018
Correct answers!


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Reply #3 on: Jul 11, 2018
Great! Please up vote :D


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