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Choice A:
Increasing anxiety may require intervention, but it does not
While caring for a client with amyotrophic lateral pose an immediate threat to the client's health compared to
sclerosis (ALS), the nurse performs a neurological other options.
assessment every four hours. Which assessment
finding warrants immediate intervention by the Choice B:
nurse?
Inappropriate laughter could indicate emotional lability, a
A. Increasing anxiety. common symptom in ALS, but it does not typically require
B. Inappropriate laughter. immediate intervention unless it's accompanied by other
concerning symptoms.
C. Asymmetrical weakness.
D. Weakened cough effort. Choice C:
Asymmetrical weakness is common in ALS but may not
necessarily warrant immediate intervention unless it is
significantly affecting the client's ability to perform essential
functions.
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HESI RN Medical Surgical Share this
Total Questions : 53 Showing 53 questions
Answer and Explanation
Question 1: Report an Issue
Report Wrong Answer
Choice A:
Increasing anxiety may require intervention, but it does not
While caring for a client with amyotrophic lateral pose an immediate threat to the client's health compared to
sclerosis (ALS), the nurse performs a neurological other options.
assessment every four hours. Which assessment
finding warrants immediate intervention by the Choice B:
nurse?
Inappropriate laughter could indicate emotional lability, a
A. Increasing anxiety. common symptom in ALS, but it does not typically require
B. Inappropriate laughter. immediate intervention unless it's accompanied by other
concerning symptoms.
C. Asymmetrical weakness.
D. Weakened cough effort. Choice C:
Asymmetrical weakness is common in ALS but may not
necessarily warrant immediate intervention unless it is
significantly affecting the client's ability to perform essential
functions.
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