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In an unconscious patient, eye movements are tested by the oculocephalic reflex. Which statements regarding the testing of this reflex are true? (Select all that apply.)

Which symptom(s) experienced by a patient with a spinal cord injury at the T5 level would alert the nurse to the presence of a complication of this injury?

Spinal cord injury is most common in young adult males 16-30 years of age. In addition to MVA, sports and falls, which of the following is another common cause of spinal cord in young adults

Which of the following is TRUE about both the iliohypogastric and ilioinguinal nerves?

A patient has been admitted after being diagnosed with a stroke. What ways would be appropriate to communicate with the patient? (Select all that apply) 

A nurse is assessing deep tendon reflexes in a client who sustained a spinal cord injury 5 days ago. The nurse can elicit a response to a tap on the patella. Which is the nurse’s interpretation of this finding?

The nurse discusses long-range goals with a patient with a C6 spinal cord injury and wants the patient to function at the highest level possible.  An appropriate patient outcome is

The patient has had a right hemisphere stroke. When transferring the patient from the wheelchair to the bed, in what position should the patient be placed to best facilitate a safe transfer? 

Family members have a need for information. The nurse is speaking with family members of a newly admitted ICU patient. What actions would best assist in meeting the family’s need for information? Select all that apply. 

A nurse is caring for a patient who has a three-chamber closed chest tube system. Which of the following actions should the nurse take after noticing a rise in the water seal chamber with each patient inspiration?