Comprehensive Neuro, Cardiac, Respiratory, and Renal Disorders Review questions and
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Which disorder is due to decreased dopamine in the basal ganglia? - -Parkinson disease
What basic info should be taught about MS? - -Progressive demyelinating disease
What is a major threat of an inoperable brain tumor? - -Increased intracranial pressure
What is the risk associated with a brain angioma? - -Hemorrhagic stroke
What type of seizure occurs when a child freezes briefly mid-play? - -Absence seizure
What is the priority for a seizure patient? - -Safety
What should be documented after a seizure? - -Duration and characteristics
What should you do during a seizure? - -Turn to side, don't restrain
What is the effectiveness of Baclofen? - -Reduced muscle spasms
What is the most effective drug for Parkinson's disease? - -Levodopa
Why is mannitol administered? - -To reduce cerebral edema
What lifestyle changes can help prevent strokes? - -Low-fat diet and exercise
, What foods are recommended for dysphagia? - -Cold foods; thickened liquids
What type of diet is recommended for constipation? - -Vegetables
What is the recommended nutrition for CVA patients? - -Thickened beverages, fortified
cereals
What support is helpful for patients with aphasia? - -Communication board
What is the best response to a stroke patient's frustration? - -It's hard to feel dependent
What is a common emotional cause post-stroke? - -Functional frustration
How should a spinal cord injury patient cope? - -Involve care; encourage progress
What causes noise-induced hearing loss? - -Damage to cochlear hair cells
What is a complication of ear carcinoma? - -Facial nerve paralysis
What is a symptom of cataracts? - -Blurred/cloudy vision
What is a common cause of vision loss in older adults? - -Macular degeneration
What is the priority for a chemical eye burn? - -Flush with water/saline
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Which disorder is due to decreased dopamine in the basal ganglia? - -Parkinson disease
What basic info should be taught about MS? - -Progressive demyelinating disease
What is a major threat of an inoperable brain tumor? - -Increased intracranial pressure
What is the risk associated with a brain angioma? - -Hemorrhagic stroke
What type of seizure occurs when a child freezes briefly mid-play? - -Absence seizure
What is the priority for a seizure patient? - -Safety
What should be documented after a seizure? - -Duration and characteristics
What should you do during a seizure? - -Turn to side, don't restrain
What is the effectiveness of Baclofen? - -Reduced muscle spasms
What is the most effective drug for Parkinson's disease? - -Levodopa
Why is mannitol administered? - -To reduce cerebral edema
What lifestyle changes can help prevent strokes? - -Low-fat diet and exercise
, What foods are recommended for dysphagia? - -Cold foods; thickened liquids
What type of diet is recommended for constipation? - -Vegetables
What is the recommended nutrition for CVA patients? - -Thickened beverages, fortified
cereals
What support is helpful for patients with aphasia? - -Communication board
What is the best response to a stroke patient's frustration? - -It's hard to feel dependent
What is a common emotional cause post-stroke? - -Functional frustration
How should a spinal cord injury patient cope? - -Involve care; encourage progress
What causes noise-induced hearing loss? - -Damage to cochlear hair cells
What is a complication of ear carcinoma? - -Facial nerve paralysis
What is a symptom of cataracts? - -Blurred/cloudy vision
What is a common cause of vision loss in older adults? - -Macular degeneration
What is the priority for a chemical eye burn? - -Flush with water/saline
