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EXAM 3 MED SURGE 1 - COMPLETE REVIEW WITH ANSWERS AND RATIONALES 1. The major cause of Parkinson's disease is _____. A) Loss of serotonin-producing neurons B) Overabundance of serotonin-producing neurons C) Loss of dopamine-producing neurons D) Overabundance of dopamine-producing neurons Rationale: Parkinson's disease is primarily caused by the progressive degeneration and loss of dopamine-producing neurons in the substantia nigra region of the brain. This loss leads to decrease...

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28 pages

Written in 2025/2026

Grade A+

maingirose

1. 1. A patient scheduled for an elective hysterectomy tells the nurse, "I am afraid that I will die in surgery like my mother did!" Which initial response by the nurse is appropriate? a. "Surgical techniques have improved in recent years." b. "Tell me more about what happened to your mother." c. "You will receive medication to reduce your anxiety." d. "You should talk to the doctor again about the surgery.": b. "Tell me more about what happened to your mothe...

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20 pages

Written in 2025/2026

Grade A+

Mubia

Retinal Detachment - ANSWER Curtain over visual field with occasional flashes of light Cataracts - ANSWER Cloudy/Blurry 3 NSAIDS that increase the risk of bleeding - ANSWER Naproxen, Ibuprofen, and Aspirin Thrombocytopenia - ANSWER Low platelet level in blood Pt at risk for bleeding due to delayed clotting Nurse should measure abdominal girth daily for signs of internal bleeding NO ENEMA Check IV site every 2 hrs Require 2L (2,000 ml) of fluid per day What are platelets also kn...

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5 pages

Written in 2022/2023

Grade A+

shantelleG