Jeremy's MDC4 exam 1 study guide (100% Verified) 2024.

Ergotamine tartrate medications are beneficial in migraine headaches because they? A.) Dilate cerebral blood vessels B.) Constrict cerebral blood vessels C.) Reduce neurotransmission of pain impulses D.) Enhance endorphin secretion correct answers B.) Constrict cerebral blood vessels A patient, age 27, has been admitted to the neurological department because of seizures of unknown cause. The nurse should take precautions by placing the patient in? A.) Protective restraints B.) Being certain padded side rails are present C.) Suggesting that the family monitor the patient D.) Placing the patient with one-on-one nursing service correct answers B.) Being certain padded side rails are present Before the patient undergoes computed tomographic (CT) scanning with a contrast medium, the nurse should? A.) Verify that the patient is not allergic to seafood or iodine B.) Explain that the patient will have to change positions frequently during the procedure C.) Maintain a safe distance from the patient to reduce the exposure to radiation D.) Verify that the patient has no metal objects such as an implant or a pacemaker correct answers A.) Verify that the patient is not allergic to seafood or iodine A patient, age 69, is being evaluated by a neurologist for signs of muscle rigidity, masklike face (area from forehead to chin), and propulsive gait. These signs are often characteristics of? A.) Multiple Sclerosis B.) Parkinsonism C.) Alzheimer's Disease D.) Epilepsy correct answers B.) Parkinsonism Which food may worsen headaches? Select all that apply. A.) Yogurt B.) Caffeine C.) Beef D.) Pears E.) Marinated food F.) Milk correct answers A.) Yogurt B.) Caffeine E.) Marinated food