Nursing 213

N213: Health Differences Across the Lifespan 3 Study Guide 62. A patient on the unit has increased ICP (intracranial pressure) and is receiving Osmitrol (mannitol). Which of the following shows a response to the drug? a. Increased urine output b. Increased papillary reaction c. Decreased pulse rate d. Decreased systolic blood pressure 63. What is the best diagnostic study to determine location on a CVA (cerebrovascular accident)? a. Lumbar puncture b. CT scan c. Electroencephalogram d. Skull x-ray 64. You are caring for an 11-year-old female patient that has been diagnosed with slipped femoral epiphysis. With your knowledge of pathophysiology and the clinical manifestations, what would your highest priority nursing diagnosis be? a. Impaired physical mobility b. Pain c. Anxiety d. Activity intolerance 65. You are performing a physical assessment on a patient. You note the patient has shortened muscles around the knee joint area that prevent full-extension of the leg. You understand this condition is: a. Contractures b. Osteoporosis c. Arthritis d. Muscle atrophy 66. A patient in the unit is recovering from a cerebrovascular accident (CVA) and complains of paresthesia to the right arm and hand. The most appropriate nursing intervention is to instruct the patient to: a. Maintain the arm in a dependent position b. Avoid using this as the dominant limb c. Soak the arm in warm water twice daily d. Use the right arm and hand as much as possible

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