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kaid0807

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on: Jul 11, 2018
Following a myelogram the nurse should include in the postprocedure care assessment for:
 
  a. elevation of blood pressure.
  b. urine retention.
  c. sensation in lower extremities.
  d. slurred speech.

Question 2

The nurse outlines the functions of the immune system as those actions which: (Select all that apply.)
 
  a. Prevention of hemorrhage
  b. Protection of the body's internal environment
  c. Maintenance of hemoglobin level
  d. Maintenance of homeostasis by removing damaged cells
  e. Destruction of growth of abnormal cells


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Silverbeard98

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

ANS: C
Postmyelogram care includes the assessment to ensure there is no leakage of CSF, sensation and strength of the lower extremities, or headache. To avoid a headache, the patient should be flat for a few hours.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B, D, E
The three main functions of the immune system are to protect the body's internal environment by destroying antigens and pathogens, maintenance of homeostasis by removing damaged cells, and the destruction of abnormal growth in the body.


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Reply 2 on: Jul 11, 2018
Wow, this really help

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Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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