NR 463 FINAL EXAM QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS 100% PASS

NR 463 FINAL EXAM QUESTIONS AND
ANSWERS 100% PASS


Parkinson's S/S - ANSWER -stooped posture

-pill rolling tremor

-bradykinesia (slow moving)

-shuffling gait




what things can cause flare up of MS? - ANSWER -vaccinations (especially if ill)

-physical exertion

-extreme temperatures




what is the correct position for a lumbar puncture? - ANSWER fetal




what do we assess after a lumbar puncture? - ANSWER -client's position (laying flat)

-inspect the puncture site for swelling, redness or drainage

-assess the client's ability to void and move extremities




parkinson's disease - ANSWER degenerative disorder of basal ganglia characterized by
muscle rigidity, tremor at rest, bradykinesia/akinesia, loss of postural responses
(imbalance of dopamine and acetylcholine)

, which population is parkinson's most common? - ANSWER older men (60+ years);
genetic




what is the classic triad for parkinson's - ANSWER -tremors

-rigidity

-bradykinesia




nursing interventions for patients with Parkinson's - ANSWER promote physical exercise,
well-balanced diet, PT/OT, monitor Levodopa, assess ADLs, referrals for equipment,
supportive care




what is the medical treatment for parkinsons? - ANSWER Sinemet
(Carbodopa/Levodopa)




how does sinemet work? - ANSWER anti-parkinsonian medication that helps to get more
L-dopa (dopamine) to the brain and provide better muscle control

-levodopa: precursor to dopamine

-carbidopa: inhibits enzyme that breaks down levodopa




what are side effects of sinemet - ANSWER -**hypotension

-**dyskinesia

-N/V

-dysrhythmias