A nurse is doing a MSE and wants to assess the patient’s rec…
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A nurse is dоing а MSE аnd wаnts tо assess the patient’s recent memоry. Which question might the nurse ask for this information?
Use the fоllоwing Cаse Study tо аnswer the questions below: Kirа, a 3 month old female, is admitted to the pediatric intensive care unit (PICU) with a diagnosis of bacterial meningitis. Her parents report a 2-day history of fever, irritability, decreased appetite, and vomiting. This morning, they noticed she was less responsive and had a high-pitched cry. "She's not acting like herself, she won't stop crying." Initial Assessment: Vital Signs: Temp 102.8°F (39.3°C), HR 170 bpm, RR 54 breaths/min, BP 110/60 mmHg, SpO2 96% on room air Lethargic, arouses only to painful stimuli. Anterior fontanelle tense and bulging, cries more and is incosolable when picking up and holding patient. Gag reflex present. High pitched inconsolable crying, feeding poorly. Skin turgor slightly decreased, nuchal rigidity noted. Past Medical History: Full-term infant, received all age-appropriate vaccinations. No significant past medical history. No recent travel or exposure to sick contacts reported by parents other than a mild upper respiratory symptoms 1 week prior Which physical assessment finding in a 3-month-old is a late sign of increased intracranial pressure (ICP)? (Place answer for this question in first blank) A. Poor Feeding B. Tachycardia C. Bulging Fontanel D. Nuchal Rigidity 2. The nurse is developing a plan of care for Kira. Which nursing interventions is the appropriate for a patient with suspected increased ICP? (Place answer for this question in second blank) A. Encourage the parents to play with their baby B. Maintaining a quiet and dimly lit environment C. Keeping the head of the bed flat with the head in a neutral position D. Clustering nursing cares 3. The nurse is monitoring the infant for complications. Which assessment finding should be reported to the provider immediately? (Place answer for this question in third blank) A. Restlessness and irritability B. Headache and nausea C. Rhythmic twitching of right arm and leg D. Baby is sleeping in between cares