Case study questions #42-46 The 32-year-old female client is…

Case study questions #42-46 The 32-year-old female client is being admitted for new onset seizures.  The client has had two witnessed seizures lasting 30-40 seconds each.  The client has no other pertinent medical history and denies any recent changes in medications or lifestyle.  Question 44: Later in the shift, the client is walking with the nurse in the hallway when she begins to seize.  The client is lowered to the floor.  What action should the nurse complete next?

The client who is admitted with a decreased level of conscio…

The client who is admitted with a decreased level of consciousness had the following assessment: Pupils are equal, round, reactive to light Blood pressure = 150/90 Respiratory rate = 20 breaths/min Pulse = 60 beats/min Absent gag reflex Which of the following interventions will the nurse prioritize?

The nurse is performing an initial assessment on the client…

The nurse is performing an initial assessment on the client admitted for generalized weakness.  The client reports bilateral numbness of the feet, changes in gait as well as general fatigue with some shortness of breath.  What additional past medical history should the nurse ask the client?

Case study questions #42-46 The 32-year-old female client is…

Case study questions #42-46 The 32-year-old female client is being admitted for new onset seizures.  The client has had two witnessed seizures lasting 30-40 seconds each.  The client has no other pertinent medical history and denies any recent changes in medications or lifestyle.  Question 43: The client arrives, she is alert, agitated and supervised assist from stretcher to bed.  The client complains of a headache 6/10 on the numerical scale and changes in peripheral vision.  What would be the nurses priority action at this time?

The nurse is caring for the client who has had a cerebral va…

The nurse is caring for the client who has had a cerebral vascular accident (CVA) with right sided hemiparesis, right sided facial drooping, and is not able to formulate words when speaking.  The nurse would include which priorities in the plan of care?  Select all that apply.