NURS 201 - Midterm Factile Questions with correct answers

Name physiological changes in aging of the: 1. Eye 2. Musculoskeletal 3. Memory CORRECT ANSWER 1. Blurring vision, dryness, decreased pupil size, decrease in near vision 2. Decreased muscle mass 3. Decrease in short term memory 2. Which neurological disorder is caused by a lack of dopamine in the brain? CORRECT ANSWER Parkinson's disease. Develops in the substantia nigra part of the brain when the cells begin to die. These cells produce dopamine and the loss of dopamine in the brain leads to issues with movement. What causes unilateral facial paralysis with impaired taste and pain behind the ear? CORRECT ANSWER Bells Palsy. Caused by viral infections such as HSV. What is a major complication in myasthenic crisis (Myasthenia Gravis)? CORRECT ANSWER Respiratory compromise/failure. Muscle weakness can cause difficulty while breathing. What type of diet should a patient with COPD have? CORRECT ANSWER High protein, high calories, smaller 5-6 times per day. Can utilize bronchodilator prior to meals. Name 3 side effects of chemotherapy treatment. CORRECT ANSWER N/V, GI upset, diarrhea, hair loss, impaired taste, f